Orienteering introduction

If you are a complete orienteering beginner or just looking to fine turn your skills, this introduction could be for you!

Within this course you will learn the following skills;

1. Orientating the map
2. Map features
3. Route planning

As well as this there will be some fun games to aid your learning!

the terrain will vary depending on the area and the weather conditions, please come dressed appropriately for the conditions with grippy footwear.

Safety is our number one priority. In the event of poor weather conditions (e.g. strong winds or thunder and lightning) or other incidents we reserve the right to restrict the area available for activities, cancel sessions or close the lake. We will endeavour to give advance notice whenever possible; however sometimes decisions need to be made at short notice. If we close for activities, we will add a message to our website and endeavour to contact all customers impacted to offer the opportunity to reschedule their session or receive a refund.

Please complete your disclaimer and medical information ahead of your visit – this will be prompted through your online booking. If this information isn’t completed in advance, it can cause delays to you starting your session. This information must be completed for every person participating.

Land activities:

·Flat, closed toe footwear for archery and axe throwing

·Long sleeved top for archery

·Long hair must be tied back for archery and axe throwing

·Suncream

·Hat – either a warm hat or sunhat depending on the weather

·Bottle of water

·Waterproof coat

1.Make sure you arrive in good time and have signed all relevant disclaimers and medical declarations in advance

2.Check in at the Activity Centre reception

3.Changing rooms and lockers are available

4.Meet your instructor