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| Queens Borough Scout Orienteering Event How to Prepare |
| You don't have to do anything, just show up with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn |
Lunch
If you are going to make a day of it, bring lunch. There is a small deli with limited offerings near the park entrance. Definitely has
refreshments and snacks
Footwear
Sturdy Hiking shoes/boots, the shortest course will be at least one mile
Clothing
Appropriate for weather, keep in mind! training starts in the early (cool) morning and at a low exertion level but the activity rate will be
elevated on the course during the (warm) afternoon
Compass
If you already own one, bring it along. We will have a limited supply available for those who may need to borrow one. We recommend
that you keep it in your pocket on the course - INITIALLY ORIENTEERING IS ALL ABOUT THE MAP and LAND NAVIGATION SKILLS
Wristwatch
Inexpensive wristwatch to keep track of the day, especially when hiking/running the Orienteering courses
Pad or Notebook
You may want to take notes during the optional hands on training courses. If nothing else you may want to doodle
Pen or Pencil
You may want to use the pad or notebook you brought along. A red pen, to better mark up the maps you will be using
Poncho or raingear
The event will go on rain or shine
Water bottle / canteen
You will definitely develop a thirst, in the outdoor classes, or on the orienteering courses
Daypack / book bag
If you are bringing the stuff already mentioned, it will be easier to carry it all in a bag that can be carried on your back
If you are going to make a day of it, bring lunch. There is a small deli with limited offerings near the park entrance. Definitely has
refreshments and snacks
Footwear
Sturdy Hiking shoes/boots, the shortest course will be at least one mile
Clothing
Appropriate for weather, keep in mind! training starts in the early (cool) morning and at a low exertion level but the activity rate will be
elevated on the course during the (warm) afternoon
Compass
If you already own one, bring it along. We will have a limited supply available for those who may need to borrow one. We recommend
that you keep it in your pocket on the course - INITIALLY ORIENTEERING IS ALL ABOUT THE MAP and LAND NAVIGATION SKILLS
Wristwatch
Inexpensive wristwatch to keep track of the day, especially when hiking/running the Orienteering courses
Pad or Notebook
You may want to take notes during the optional hands on training courses. If nothing else you may want to doodle
Pen or Pencil
You may want to use the pad or notebook you brought along. A red pen, to better mark up the maps you will be using
Poncho or raingear
The event will go on rain or shine
Water bottle / canteen
You will definitely develop a thirst, in the outdoor classes, or on the orienteering courses
Daypack / book bag
If you are bringing the stuff already mentioned, it will be easier to carry it all in a bag that can be carried on your back
| For Those Who Want To Prepare |
Review the following requirements: (not required, only if you want to get ahead fast)
Tenderfoot, # 5.
Explain the rules of safe hiking... (The park is closed to public vehicular traffic. However, maintenance vehicles may be present and
there is an active bridle path)
Tenderfoot, # 9.
Explain why we use the buddy system... (Scouts will participate on the orienteering courses in groups of 2 or 3)
Tenderfoot, # 11
Identify local poisonous plants; tell how to treat for exposure to them...(Poison Ivy is evident in Forest Park)
Second Class, # 1a.
Demonstrate how a compass works and how to orient a map... (Will give scouts a very rudimentary understanding of one of the
basic skills of orienteering)
Second Class, # 1b.
Using a compass and map together... (Another basic skill of the sport of orienteering)
First Class, # 1.
Demonstrate how to find directions... (More basic skills)
First Class, # 2.
Using a compass, complete an orienteering course... (The whole day is about doing this or more)
Should you decide to hold some pre-training sessions at the troop level? Keep in mind, that map-reading skills are more
important than compass skills for orienteering at the beginner level. New MB pamphlet finally reflects real Orienteering.
Tenderfoot, # 5.
Explain the rules of safe hiking... (The park is closed to public vehicular traffic. However, maintenance vehicles may be present and
there is an active bridle path)
Tenderfoot, # 9.
Explain why we use the buddy system... (Scouts will participate on the orienteering courses in groups of 2 or 3)
Tenderfoot, # 11
Identify local poisonous plants; tell how to treat for exposure to them...(Poison Ivy is evident in Forest Park)
Second Class, # 1a.
Demonstrate how a compass works and how to orient a map... (Will give scouts a very rudimentary understanding of one of the
basic skills of orienteering)
Second Class, # 1b.
Using a compass and map together... (Another basic skill of the sport of orienteering)
First Class, # 1.
Demonstrate how to find directions... (More basic skills)
First Class, # 2.
Using a compass, complete an orienteering course... (The whole day is about doing this or more)
Should you decide to hold some pre-training sessions at the troop level? Keep in mind, that map-reading skills are more
important than compass skills for orienteering at the beginner level. New MB pamphlet finally reflects real Orienteering.
| For Those Who Want to REALLY Prepare |
Review the Orienteering Merit Badge Book
You never know, you may find orienteering interesting enough to pursue the merit badge and/or the sport
You never know, you may find orienteering interesting enough to pursue the merit badge and/or the sport
| A Word About Advancements Many of the activities during the event may qualify for advancements. However, it will be up to the individual unit leaders to determine whether a requirement has successfully been accomplished and/or completed. The volunteer event staff's emphasis will be to teach the skill and work with the scouts but we are not planning to sign off on any requirements. |
| About The Event Meeting Place Spend the day How To Get There Map Public Transportation How To Prepare What to bring |
| REGISTRATION FORM A must to participate Let us Know you are coming Volunteer to Help Sign Up ! Training Outline For Your Use |
| Maps of Recent Courses For Information May be difficult to print Local Orienteering Clubs About Forest Park NYC/Parks & Recreation Back To Orienteering Home |
| Itinerary Tentative Schedule Subject to Manpower / Attendance 2006 Fall Event 2006 Spring Event 2005 Event 2004 Event 2003 Event 2002 Event |