Orienteering Meet near Elmcrest, New York

Checkpoint Challenges Customer Photo No need to wait for an event that fits your schedule! This innovative new take on orienteering uses your smartphone as both map and compass and allows you to enjoy any of our courses whenever you choose.

Checkpoint Challenges


About Checkpoint Challenges

Are you a fan of hiking or taking long walks in the park but like to keep your mind engaged as well?

Embark on a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure with Checkpoint Challenges where you will forge your own trail between checkpoints while honing your map reading skills!

A new version of Orienteering......

Like traditional orienteering, each course consists of a sequence of points marked on a map that must be visited in sequence. Participants choose their own route between the checkpoints, eventually returning back to the Start location. However, instead of a full-size paper map, your smartphone will only show you the current map segment with an intergated compass along with details on your progess and hints to prevent you 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 Elmcrest

What are people saying about Checkpoint Challenges?

Customer Reviews

Great idea! Can't wait to see more locations added.
James
Did this solo and really enjoyed it. Going to take some friends out next time!
Dave
Yes, I got lost, but I was soon back on track! I loved the whole experience but especially the helpful warning when I got too far off course :-)
Liam
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Checkpoint Challenges Highlights

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

The main finding of this study was that Orienteering was more effective than Hiking in terms of developing gait and cognitive adaptations.
Science Direct

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Onondaga Park, 610 Roberts Ave, Syracuse, NY

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