Orienteering is the sport of navigation—often held in unfamiliar terrain—using a map and compass.
It's easy to learn and a fun way to exercise your body and mind as you enjoy the outdoors.
It's a sport for everyone and beginners are always welcome.
2024 JWOC & WUOC Team Selection Criteria Announced
In 2024 it will be possible for young athletes of Junior age…
2023 Annual Fundraising Campaign
November 2023 Dear Friend of Orienteering, As an orienteer, you understand the…
Queen of the Hills Event Recap
November 4-5, 2023 2-Day Classic - combined time Host: DVOA Venues: Sat:…
Orienteering USA Introduces Monthly Forum Series
Orienteering USA is introducing a monthly series of Orienteering Forums focusing on…
2023 New England Championships Event Recap
October 7-8, 2023 2-Day Classic – combined time Host: New England Orienteering…
2023 OUSA Master’s Nationals Event Recap
September 23-24, 2023 2-Day Classic - combined time Co-hosted by: Buffalo Orienteering…
2023 Silva Award Winner: Andrea Schneider
Orienteering USA is proud to announce Andrea Schneider of the Minnesota Orienteering…
USA Radio Orienteering Team Brings Back Silver, Bronze, and Experience From World Championship in Czechia
The USA Radio Orienteering Team won an individual silver medal and two…
2023 Laramie Daze Event Recap
August 30 - September 4, 2023 Event Website Hosted by: Rocky Mountain…
North American Championships 2024
The 2024 North American Championships (NAOC) will be held in eastern Canada from August 6-11, 2024. The Championships are being held as part of the Canadian Orienteering Festival which will begin with the 3-Day Canadian Orienteering Championships near Toronto August 3rd-4th.
Events will then move to the Kingston area for NAOC/COC Sprint, NAOC Relay and NAOC Knock-Out Sprint events before finishing up in Ottawa for the final NAOC forest races in Middle and Long disciplines.
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