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.

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2023 New England Championships Event Recap

Posted on AnnouncementsOctober 7-8, 2023 2-Day Classic – combined time Host: New England Orienteering…

2023 OUSA Master’s Nationals Event Recap

Posted on ResultsSeptember 23-24, 2023 2-Day Classic – combined time Co-hosted by: Buffalo Orienteering…

2023 Silva Award Winner: Andrea Schneider

Posted on AnnouncementsOrienteering 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

Posted on AnnouncementsThe USA Radio Orienteering Team won an individual silver medal and two…

2023 Laramie Daze Event Recap

Posted on EventsAugust 30 – September 4, 2023 Event Website Hosted by: Rocky Mountain…

TrailO Goes Tech

Posted on EventsNew TempO software is introduced during the first World Ranking TrailO event…

Nominations sought for 2023 Silva & Golden Service Awards

Posted on AnnouncementsThe Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Orienteering USA will be held virtually…

Virtual AGM – 2023

Posted on AnnouncementsThe 2023 Orienteering USA Annual General Meeting will take place online on…

California Orienteering Festival Event Recap

Posted on EventsJuly 17-30, 2023 Event Website Director: Gavin Wyatt-Mair Coordination: Sarah Williams Registrar:…
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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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