Orienteering

• Obtain a USGS topographical map or an orienteering map. Show you can explain map symbols and map scale. Draw a map with scale and legend.
• Be able to identify parts of a protractor compass. Be able to take a bearing from a map and walk to your destination.
• Using a USGS topographical map of your community, learn how to orient the map to magnetic north. Practice the orienteering skill of "thumbing the map".
• Learn the proper clothing and footwear to participate in an orienteering meet. Know what to do if you become lost.
• Find out how a compass is constructed and the different features to consider when purchasing one.
• Find out how a Global Positioning System works.
• Set up a string orienteering course for Daisy or Brownie Girl Scouts.
• Learn about people who use maps or orienteering in their jobs. Interview 2 people.

Finding Your Way

• Know Your Maps. Be able to explain 3 diff. types of maps.
• North, South, East, West. Show you know how to use a compass.
• Walk the Distance. Estimate time to walk distance and try it.
• Map Maker. Draw map of a route with a legend or key.
• Map of the Place. Draw map to scale of a specific place.
• Trail Signs Traffic. Use trail signs to set up a mini-trail for others to follow.

Geocacher

• Invite a geocacher to talk to you about their adventures.
• Go on a photo geocaching hunt.
• Make an item to hide in a geocache.
• Go on a geocaching adventure.
• Hide a travel bug and send it around the world.