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Orienteering - Introductory Lesson

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Gain knowledge of directions and degrees while learning how to read a compass. NEWS - north, east, west, south, and everything in between. It's crucial to be accurate in reading a compass and understanding degrees and direction when learning the art of orienteering. This unit has nine lessons and links to the other resources contained.

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orienteering, compasses, navigation, Maps, degrees

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compass, direction, Maps, orienteering, degrees, physical education
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Modeling
Year
1998

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Orienteering Lessons - Overview

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