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-Blog 1: Wednesday March 30, 2016
-Blog 2: Friday April 29, 2016
-Blog 3: Friday June 10, 2016

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Friday 10 June 2016

 getting started in  Orienteering
   

     In the article how to orienteer by an unknown author teaches you the basics of orienteering and all you need to know to participate in it. The blog takes you through all the basics he'll need to get started such as what gear you need to bring, maps and usage, as well as markers and how they work.  The blog is expertly combined with wonderful illustrations to help clearly convey points and what you'll need.  For example when speaking about the markers  and how they work the information is With the picture  that illustrates a card mechanism to confirm you have found the marker.  The article also teaches you about making routes to  streamline your process as well as how to correctly use maps and compasses to find the different markers and points. This article is essential for all new  orienteerers  before they get out and enjoy this excellent sport.


 I personally like this article due to its use of illustrations to go with the different points. For me it's very much helps convey what is needed For orienteering.  I also very much like the tips at the bottom of the page. This is great input from actual orienteerers and will help you  as well as make your experience much better. I also really like the small checklist so you know what you need to bring before you head out. The information on using maps and compasses is very important or new  orienteerers or those who are an experienced and is also a good skill to have outside of orienteering. All in all I think the how to  orienteer article is an essential read before heading out and trying orienteering.



http://m.wikihow.com/Orienteer

How to Orienteer." : 13 Steps (with Pictures). N.p., n.d. Web. 10 June 2016.

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