Orienteering involves navigating between points using only a map and compass. It requires a map of the course, compass, light clothing appropriate for the terrain, and shoes with good traction. There are different types of orienteering courses including point-to-point, where participants navigate to checkpoints in order; score orienteering, where participants aim to visit as many checkpoints as possible in a set time period; and relay orienteering, where teams tag each other to complete successive legs of a course. Proper equipment and preparation are essential to success in orienteering events.

4. WHAT IS
ORIENTEERING
?

5. The simplest definition of
orienteering is that it is finding your
way from one point to another,
using only a map, a compass and
your brains.

6. Orienteering
and geocaching clearly align with
social studies standards involving
the use of maps, but they can tie
into other curricular areas as
well.

8. EQUIPMENT FOR
ORIENTEERING

9. Map
The map is provided by the
organizer. It also shows the
course with all the control points
which must be visited.

10. Compass
A compass is vitally important for
correct navigation. There is a
wide variety in quality and size
that may be purchased.

11. Racing Suit
A racing suit is required for the
serious or competitive racer. It is a
lightweight, stretchy suit which
protects you from the undergrowth
while allowing freedom of
movement, even if it gets wet.

12. Running shoes
Light, strong shoes with non-slip
soles are required to allow a good
grip on all types of ground. The
orienteerer will encounter all types
of surfaces, including mud and bare
rock.

13. Control card
The control card is given to you at
the start of an event with the map.
It is used to prove that you have
visited all the control points in the
right order.

14. Other
Other nonessential items that you
should consider taking to an
event are: sunscreen, hat, drink
bottle, towel, pre- and post-
exercise snack.

15. Watch
Track your progress by using a watch to
monitor the time that you have been out on
the course. Some events do have a time limit,
and a watch can help you to stay on track.

16. Whistle
Some orienteering events recommend
that participants bring a whistle with
them, so that they will be able to
attract attention if they do get lost.

17. Refreshments
It is a good idea to take water or an energy
drink with you, even if you are only going
out on a short course. Make sure that you
always take a drink out with you in hot
weather.

18. Torch
If you are doing night orienteering then it
is vital that you have a reliable, bright
torch.

19. What you might take with you (especially if
you plan on running competitively):
1 transparent plastic bag, letter size, for the
map - just in case ... it almost never rains in
SoCal, but if it does, you want to protect your
map!
Clear packing tape and duct tape
A pen (red color)

20. Following you might want to have:
A light snack
Sun block lotion

21. Dress appropriately. You should be
comfortable, but keep in mind that you'll
probably be running for stretches of the
course. Check local weather conditions
before you orienteer. This will help you dress
for any potential weather scenarios.

22. Gather your supplies. You'll need to bring a
compass or buy one at registration. A
whistle will come in useful if you get lost.
•You'll be given a map of the course, so
don't bring along any maps of the area.

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TYPES OF
ORIENTEERING

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Night Orienteering
Variation of point-to-point or score
orienteering conducted at night.
Controls are marked with reflected
tape and participants use head
lamps or flashlihts.

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Project Orienteering
Excellent for use by school and
school and scout groups. At each
control the participant attemps
to complete some type of activity.

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Relay Orienteering
Each team members does a short
course and tags the next team
member. A mass start is
usually used.

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Rogaine ('' Rugged Outdoor Group
Activity Involving Navigation
and Endurance'')
Teams try to locate as many controls as
possible in a 4.12 or 24 hours period.
Same to a score event.

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Score Orienteering
Participants try to find as many
controls as possible in a given amount
of time. Controls usually have different
point values depending upon distance
from the start.

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Ski Orienteering
Event is done on cross country skis.
A pont-to-point event in which the
participants tries to pick the fastest
route through a network of traits.

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