Introduction to Orienteering with New England Orienteering Club
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Join Newton Parks and Recreation and New England Orienteering Club for
Introduction to Orienteering
Saturday, April 11, 2026
at Auburndale Cove on West Pine St in Newton
Instruction Provided Between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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What is orienteering? It's like a hike and scavenger hunt all mixed into one. Participants use a detailed map to find specific check points, or controls, in the woods. Everyone can go at their own pace. Want to run? Great! Want to walk? That's great too! All abilities are welcome. There is an accessible course at Auburndale Park. Children under 13 must have an adult on-site with them.
Brand new to orienteering? Always wondered what to do with a map & compass? This introductory event will offer 30 minutes of instruction to beginners with volunteers from New England Orienteering Club to get you started with orienteering. After instruction, participants will head out on their own or in small groups to complete a course.
New England Orienteering Club members can register for free. Be sure to enter the code that is emailed out to members. Become a member HERE. Non members can register for $10.00 per person. Have a group that you want to bring? Email Channon Ames at cames@newtonma.gov at least 2 weeks before the event to schedule a time for your group.
Did you know that orienteering offers many health and well-being benefits? Check out the Benefits of Orienteering flyer in the links below to learn more.
Newton Parks and Recreation has permanent orienteering courses in 5 of our parks? Check out our Orienteering page on the City of Newton website for more information.
New England Orienteering Club offers a full schedule of Spring and Fall orienteering events across Massachusetts. Check out their schedule of events HERE.
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