ORRRC Turkey Hunt Map & Compass Challenge
- Date Sun 16th November 2025
- Time 12:00PM EST
- Location Springfield, Ohio
- Price $5.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor adventure at the ORRRC Turkey Hunt Map & Compass Challenge, taking place on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at George Rogers Clark Park in Springfield, Clark. This unique event combines the thrill of orienteering with friendly competition, challenging participants to navigate through a series of checkpoints using only a map and compass. With a two-hour time limit, contestants will earn points by locating controls scattered throughout the park—each worth five points.
Whether you're an experienced orienteer or a first-time participant, this event is perfect for everyone. Registration opens at 11:00 AM, with an optional pre-race training session for newcomers starting at 11:30 AM. The race kicks off at noon, and the top 50 finishers will receive awards, making this a fantastic opportunity to test your skills and enjoy the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on the chance to join fellow adventurers and experience the excitement of the ORRRC Turkey Hunt!
Whether you're an experienced orienteer or a first-time participant, this event is perfect for everyone. Registration opens at 11:00 AM, with an optional pre-race training session for newcomers starting at 11:30 AM. The race kicks off at noon, and the top 50 finishers will receive awards, making this a fantastic opportunity to test your skills and enjoy the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on the chance to join fellow adventurers and experience the excitement of the ORRRC Turkey Hunt!
Organiser's Description
ORRRC Turkey Hunt Map & Compass Challenge
Sunday, November 16
George Rogers Clark Park [https://www.google.com/maps/place/George+Rogers+Clark+Park/@39.9088842,-83.9101219,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883f5ddcf22e54e1:0xf57728bc21a753d1!8m2!3d39.9088842!4d-83.9101219!16s%2Fg%2F1tdmfkg2?hl=en&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDkxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
alarm clock Start Time: 12:00 PM | Time Limit: 2 hours
Registration: Opens at 11:00 AM
Join us for the ORRRC Turkey Hunt Orienteering Challengea fun test of speed, navigation, and strategy!
Finisher Awards: Presented to the top 50 finishers.
sparkles Pre-Race Training (Optional):
At 11:00 AM, a simple practice course will be available for first-time participants (come to the race start area)
At 11:30 AM, the Miami Valley Orienteering Club [http://mvoclub.org/] will offer a voluntary intro sessionperfect for newcomers or anyone wanting a quick refresher. This will also take place at the race start area.
How It Works:
Two hour time limit to find as many controls as possible and make it back to the finish.
Find controls in any order.
Controls are worth five (5) points each with one (1) point penalty for each minute late.
What is Orienteering?
Its an outdoor adventure sport where participants use a detailed map and compass to navigate through a series of checkpoints. Think of it as a mix of cross-country running and treasure hunting!
New to the sport?
Check out the Orienteering Rookie Crash Course at OCIN [https://www.ocin.org/newtoo.php] a great training resource.
Provided for All Participants (courtesy of Miami Valley Orienteering Club)
Course maps
Chip timing
Loaner compasses
Come ready for adventurerain or shineand see if you can hunt down the points before time runs out!
PRE-REGISTRATION: through RunSignup. Come to the green table at registration on race day.
Minors may be pre-registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian. Minors must have the liability waiver (Online through RunSignup or the registration sheet at the event) signed by a parent or guardian.
FEES:
All Current Members Run for Free (Fee waived automatically when your RSU membership profile is used, or bring your card/proof of membership to the event)
Non-Members:
$5 for ages 15 and up
Free for ages 14 and under
Members, if you don't register through RunSignup, you absolutely MUST show proof of membership on race day to be eligible for the member fees! No exceptions!
Not an ORRRC Member? Click here [https://www.orrrc.org] to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.
Race Day Registration: available online until approximately 15 minutes before race start time; hard copy registration sheets also available if needed. We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, register, and warm-up prior to the race start.
RACE DIRECTOR: Larry Berna
VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and well be sure to find a job for you!
Sunday, November 16
George Rogers Clark Park [https://www.google.com/maps/place/George+Rogers+Clark+Park/@39.9088842,-83.9101219,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883f5ddcf22e54e1:0xf57728bc21a753d1!8m2!3d39.9088842!4d-83.9101219!16s%2Fg%2F1tdmfkg2?hl=en&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDkxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
alarm clock Start Time: 12:00 PM | Time Limit: 2 hours
Registration: Opens at 11:00 AM
Join us for the ORRRC Turkey Hunt Orienteering Challengea fun test of speed, navigation, and strategy!
Finisher Awards: Presented to the top 50 finishers.
sparkles Pre-Race Training (Optional):
At 11:00 AM, a simple practice course will be available for first-time participants (come to the race start area)
At 11:30 AM, the Miami Valley Orienteering Club [http://mvoclub.org/] will offer a voluntary intro sessionperfect for newcomers or anyone wanting a quick refresher. This will also take place at the race start area.
How It Works:
Two hour time limit to find as many controls as possible and make it back to the finish.
Find controls in any order.
Controls are worth five (5) points each with one (1) point penalty for each minute late.
What is Orienteering?
Its an outdoor adventure sport where participants use a detailed map and compass to navigate through a series of checkpoints. Think of it as a mix of cross-country running and treasure hunting!
New to the sport?
Check out the Orienteering Rookie Crash Course at OCIN [https://www.ocin.org/newtoo.php] a great training resource.
Provided for All Participants (courtesy of Miami Valley Orienteering Club)
Course maps
Chip timing
Loaner compasses
Come ready for adventurerain or shineand see if you can hunt down the points before time runs out!
PRE-REGISTRATION: through RunSignup. Come to the green table at registration on race day.
Minors may be pre-registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian. Minors must have the liability waiver (Online through RunSignup or the registration sheet at the event) signed by a parent or guardian.
FEES:
All Current Members Run for Free (Fee waived automatically when your RSU membership profile is used, or bring your card/proof of membership to the event)
Non-Members:
$5 for ages 15 and up
Free for ages 14 and under
Members, if you don't register through RunSignup, you absolutely MUST show proof of membership on race day to be eligible for the member fees! No exceptions!
Not an ORRRC Member? Click here [https://www.orrrc.org] to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.
Race Day Registration: available online until approximately 15 minutes before race start time; hard copy registration sheets also available if needed. We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, register, and warm-up prior to the race start.
RACE DIRECTOR: Larry Berna
VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and well be sure to find a job for you!
Races
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ORRRC Turkey Hunt Map & Compass Challenge - Free for ORRRC Members
Sun 16th November 2025 (12:00PM EST)
$5.00
CLOSEDThis is an orienteering event with a 2 hour limit - distance may vary!
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