Includes bibliographical references (p. 119-120) and index
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Going orienteering -- Orienteering equipment -- Orienteering correctly -- Orienteering fitness and safety -- The best places to orienteer -- Pursuing orienteering further -- Appendix: For more information -- Orienteering lingo
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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Find fun, fitness, and adventure in this physically and mentally challenging sport. With Orienteering, you'll gain all the knowledge and skills necessary to participate safely and successfully in one of the world's fastest-growing activities. Author Tom Renfrew, an expert orienteer and top instructor in the U.K. for more than 20 years, is an enthusiastic and insightful teacher. He covers basic map reading, compass skills, running a course, and what to do if lost. This richly illustrated book features 70 colorful maps, drawings, and photos that show beginners how to get started and that help more experienced orienteers to assess and hone their skills. Like all the books in the Outdoor Pursuits Series, Orienteering emphasizes safety, environmental responsibility, and --most of all-- the fun of outdoor activity