Details

The classes are for those who are new to the sport and would like to find out how it is played. Emphasis will be placed on learning to use a radio receiver. Those who have attended previous beginner class sessions and would like a refresher course are also welcome.

Students will be provided with the necessary equipment (a receiver). New concepts will be introduced in sequence at each session, but if you can't attend both class sessions, just come when you can. Previously-covered concepts will be reviewed at each session so that you can jump right in.

Class 1: A short beginner course will be set with constantly-operating transmitters. You will learn how to use your receiver.

Class 2: A longer beginner course will be set with “cycling” transmitters. You will learn how to locate radio orienteering "foxes" efficiently.

Class 3: Go solo on a "cycling" beginner course to practice your skills.

We will be hiking the courses together as a group, so please arrive on time to avoid getting left behind!

Those who complete both class sessions may want to try radio orienteering on the weekend of May 10-11 in Asheboro, NC!

Waiver of Responsibility:

I, the undersigned, know that orienteering, as an outdoor action sport, carries significant risk of personal injury. I know that there are natural and man-made hazards, environmental conditions, and risks, which, in combination with my actions, can cause me serious, or possibly even fatal injury. I agree that I, as a participant, must take an active role in understanding and accepting these risks, conditions, and hazards. I also agree that I, and not the organizers and officials of this event, the US Orienteering Federation, Durham County, State of North Carolina, the land owners or managers, or any sponsors, am responsible for my safety while I participate in this event. I take full responsibility for myself and/or my child. The undersigned is granted an OUSA membership for the event date/s

We need your cell phone number to contact you if you are not checked in as finished at course closing time. We will use your email to let you know if there are changes to the event since you signed up, like a cancelation or location change. We use your car description and license number to confirm that you are still out in the woods before we send out a search party or call for search assistance.