Map And Compass Reading near Girard Estate, Pennsylvania

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Checkpoint Challenges


About Checkpoint Challenges

Do you enjoy hiking or long walks in the park but also want to keep your mind stimulated?

Checkpoint Challenges will take you off the beaten path for an outdoor adventure like no other. Choose your own route between the marked points while perfecting your map reading skills.

Orienteering in the modern era...

Similar to traditional orienteering, each course is a series of points marked on a map that must be visited in order. Participants select their own paths between checkpoints, ultimately returning to the Start. However, instead of a large paper map, your phone displays only the current course segment with an integrated compass, progress updates, and hints to keep you from getting lost.

Your schedule, your tempo...

There's no need to wait for a club meet, as our courses are always available. Whether you enjoy the competitive rankings for each leg or prefer a leisurely recreational activity, this enriching outdoor sport is ideal for active individuals and adventurous groups.

Checkpoint Challenges Girard Estate

What are people saying about Checkpoint Challenges?

Customer Reviews

Great idea! Can't wait to see more locations added.
James
Great idea! Can't wait to see more locations added.
James
I can't believe this isn't more popular! Such a rewarding experience.
Olivia
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Checkpoint Challenges Highlights

  • Challenging
  • Active
  • Enriching
  • Outdoors
  • Running
  • Checkpoints
  • Competition
  • Contest
  • GPS
  • Physical
  • Race
  • Anytime
  • Flat rate price
  • No reservations
  • Compass Reading
  • Team building
  • Individuals or groups

Researchers found that running increased lactate, BDNF and memory to a greater degree than walking. Spatial memory skills, in particular, increased the most in those who ran while orienteering. The more vigorous the orienteering, the greater the benefits. Remarkably, even a single orienteering session improved spatial memory in our study participants.
Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation
Mapping FDR Park, 1954 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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FDR Park, 1954 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA

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