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Orienteering
⭐ MasteredOrienteering is a navigation sport in which competitors use a map and compass to find checkpoints in the countryside. The fastest competitor who visits all checkpoints in order wins.
💡 Fun fact
Orienteering competitors often run through forests and hills to reach checkpoints.
All about Orienteering
Orienteering is a navigation sport in which competitors use a map and compass to find checkpoints in the countryside. The fastest competitor who visits all checkpoints in order wins.
It combines running with map-reading skills.
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Real-life uses of Orienteering
- Learning map reading
- Outdoor adventure
- School navigation projects
Frequently asked questions about Orienteering
What do competitors use?
A map and compass.
What must a winner do?
Visit all checkpoints in order.