Beginner Orienteering Skills Clinic
March 16th 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Organizer: Linda Hildebrandt (Organizer)
Map: Layritz Park / Camosun Interurban
Interested in learning how to navigate with a map and compass? Would you like to learn about the sport of orienteering and give it a try? Then this beginner training session is for you!
Time: 1:00 - 3:30 pm. Instruction will begin promptly at 1:00 pm.
Location: TBD
This training session is suited for those new to orienteering and those interested in learning the basic skills in order to participate in club events. This 2.5 hr session will include:
- An introduction to the sport of orienteering (equipment, rules, course categories etc)
- How to interpret an orienteering map (colours, symbols, etc)
- How to orient a map
- How to visualize and identify object in the terrain using an orienteering map
- Basic route choice strategy
- An introductory orienteering event
This session will include several practical exercises to introduce new participants to map reading, navigation and simple route choice. It will also include the opportunity to try out a beginner level orienteering event. Participants are encouraged to follow-up their training by attending a Victoria Orienteering Club event to practice their new skills. This session is aimed at adults and mature juniors.
What to Bring: Wear athletic clothing suited to the outdoors with some sturdy shoes for walking/running. Please dress for the weather as March can be unpredictable. Bring your own compass if you have one, however, we will focus mostly on map reading. Compasses will be provided if you don't have one.
MORE INFO ON LOCATION AND REGISTRATON TO BE POSTED SOON.