What is Orienteering?
Orienteering is one of the greatest outdoor activities, combining physical movement with mental challenge. It helps people connect with nature while building confidence and competence outdoors. Using a map, participants navigate to a series of checkpoints—running or walking as they choose. It’s fun, family-friendly, and open to all ages and abilities, but also offers tough competition for athletes and adventure racers. Originating in Scandinavia over a century ago, orienteering is now enjoyed worldwide, with international events and World Championships. A map, a forest, and you—what could be better?

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​Call for Interest: Student - Mapping Assistants
Grant-supported outreach mapping | Alberta Orienteering Association
AOA is looking for post-secondary students in STEM or Business who want to get involved in grant-supported mapping. Learn how to make orienteering maps and help create maps for our school and community outreach programs.
Previous orienteering and mapping experience is a requirement. Training provided.
Interested? Email [email protected] with a short note about your background.

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