Orienteering races preparation

Race Preparation

Orienteering races require some gear preparation. Race directors will usually tell participants what to bring, but the list typically includes an emergency blanket, whistle, compass and map, which is provided. Additional required gear for other races might include illumination (lights or flashlights), hydration systems and ways to carry food and additional items. Unlike traditional trail and road races, there may not be aid stations, so you will need to bring food and water with you. I would suggest the following additions: contact paper (to laminate your map), clear tape (to tape map parts together if you receive multiple maps), pencils and markers to outline your route, scrap paper for making notes and a small ruler for measuring distances.

Here you  have a video with some information about orienteering! Enjoy it