Orienteering 101 - Summer 2022

Ontario Recreation District is teaming up with Friends of the Owyhee to provide Orienteering 101!

In this two-hour introductory class, we will cover the basics of using a navigation compass to accurately navigate. Then, come test your newly acquired skills at our two-hour evening “Map and Compass Test Course” in the Lower Owyhee Canyon. Get the practical experience you need to confidently navigate with nothing more than a compass and a map!
 
This class is appropriate for ages 12+ and anyone that would like more confidence in navigation. The program is designed for you to take one class and one practicum.You must take an evening class to participate in the practicum. We will meet in the open room across from the Friends of the Owyhee office at 790 SW 3rd Ave in Ontario, OR (Aquatic Center west entrance).
 
We will provide:
  • Compass
  • Example map

You should bring:

  • Pencil
  • Notebook

Schedule:

Program Details
  • Registration Status:
    Closed
  • Regular Registration:
    Friday, April 15, 2022 - Friday, June 24, 2022
  • Program Duration:
    Tuesday, May 31, 2022 - Friday, June 24, 2022
  • Regular Registration Cost:
    $10.00
Offerings
OfferingRegistration DatesCostStatus
Class 1: May 31 04/15/22 12:00 AM - 05/31/22 12:00 AM$10.00Closed
Class 2: June 14 04/15/22 12:00 AM - 06/14/22 12:00 AM$10.00Closed
Practicum: June 24 04/15/22 12:00 AM - 06/24/22 12:00 AM$10.00Closed
Add-Ons
Add-On
Friends of the Owyhee t-shirt
Friends of the Owyhee t-shirt $15.00 Per Item
Soft, dark heather blue t-shirt with Friends of the Owyhee logo on the front.
Size:
Available for the following Offerings: Class 1: May 31, Class 2: June 14, Practicum: June 24
Friends of the Owyhee hat
Friends of the Owyhee hat $25.00 Per Item
Dark blue hat with Friends of the Owyhee typography on the front. Mesh-backed snapback hat.Available for the following Offerings: Class 1: May 31, Class 2: June 14, Practicum: June 24