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.

News
- February OUSA Member Spotlight: Eric BoneOn the left, Eric running the WOC 2012 Long Qualifier (photo courtesy World of O). This is a transcript of an interview… Read more: February OUSA Member Spotlight: Eric Bone
- EYOC 2025 Team Selection Criteria PublishedThe 2025 European Youth Orienteering Championships (EYOC) will be hosted in Brno, Czechiafrom July 17 – July 20, 2025. Orienteering USA’s EYOC… Read more: EYOC 2025 Team Selection Criteria Published
- March Forum: Simple Event Management SoftwareThe March O-Forum will be on Simple Event Management Software and will take place on Thursday, March 20th at 8:30 pm ET.… Read more: March Forum: Simple Event Management Software
- YMP February Map of the MonthThe Youth Mapping Program February Map of the Month is Santiago High School in Corona, CA. The school’s AFJROTC (Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps)… Read more: YMP February Map of the Month
- Announcing the 2025 US National Orienteering TeamThe Selection Committee (Peggy Dickison, Matt Smith, and Will Enger) is pleased to announce the 2025 US National Orienteering Team. The committee… Read more: Announcing the 2025 US National Orienteering Team
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