If you love maps, exploring, and the great outdoors, try orienteering. You’ll be hooked for life!
Learn more about the different types of orienteering – foot, mountain bike, cross country skiing.
Contact a club in your area and they will be able to get you started.
Here are some interesting links to help you learn more about orienteering:
- PowerPoint presentation from the Ottawa Orienteering Club
- Orienteering lingo and a glossary of orienteering terms
- A sample orienteering course
- Orienteering for the young (helpful for all ages)
- How to use a compass
A few orienteering videos:
Check out the athlete resource page for technical information, sample training schedules, and more.