Zanfel Orienteering Race # 1
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Raymond, Nebraska
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Zanfel Orienteering Race #1 on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the beautiful Raymond, Lancaster! This exciting event invites solo participants as well as teams of 2 or 3 to explore the great outdoors while honing their navigation skills. With a course set in the stunning terrain of Liebers Point, participants will use maps and clues to find checkpoints, all while enjoying a fantastic day of fun and camaraderie.
Registration is open until March 13, with a fee of $40 per person, which includes event shirts, snacks, drinks, and awards. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with a 4-hour cutoff, so be sure to arrive early for check-in at 8:30 AM. Whether you're a seasoned orienteer or trying it for the first time, this family-friendly event promises an unforgettable experience filled with teamwork, determination, and the joy of exploring nature. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with friends and family while navigating the wilderness!
Registration is open until March 13, with a fee of $40 per person, which includes event shirts, snacks, drinks, and awards. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with a 4-hour cutoff, so be sure to arrive early for check-in at 8:30 AM. Whether you're a seasoned orienteer or trying it for the first time, this family-friendly event promises an unforgettable experience filled with teamwork, determination, and the joy of exploring nature. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with friends and family while navigating the wilderness!
Organiser's Description
Race Notes--If any of you want to ruck as your looking for checkpoints feel free too.
The things you need for this on the course is what I showed below.
A small pack with water,a gallon ziplock bag for your map,punch card and clue sheet.
Download Handy GPS beforehand to get used to it. Very easy.
Lots of determination and the will to have fun.
March 28
If you have never done an orienteering/land navigation style of an event you are missing out.
These events have been around for lots of years and originated in Scandinavia / Sweden in the 1900's.
They have become more and more popular.
It's always been a part of adventure races over the years but now there are many stand alone events with different disciplines. Solo's,teams of 2 or 3 are my divisions.
GRAB A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER AND GIVE IT A TRY. A GREAT WAY TO LEARN TERRAIN AND GETTING AROUND IN THE WOODS.
Location--Liebers Point
Fees--$40 per person
Fees include--shirts,snacks,drinks,awards
Registration closes March 13th
Check in--8:30am
Start--9:00am
Cut off time--1:00 noon
Format--Solo,teams of 2 or 3 person (coed,male,female) will get clues,punch cards,maps and info at check in.
Racers will have a 4 hour cutoff from the time they started.
Racers will use the maps and clues to find check[points located out on the course area.
This map will be pre-plotted.
Teams may use the Free App Handy GPS.
Course will be in the middle of North side from Liebers Point to Area 3-4-7-8
Teams must check in with the punch card before cutoff. Any team that comes in late will lose a checkpoint every 5 minutes
Race gear--map case or gallon zip lock for maps ,instruction,snacks and a compass for this one. Easy to do!
A light pack for hydration and snacks ,cell phone,
This is a family friendly sport.
Contact Jim for info.' 402-432-3622
The things you need for this on the course is what I showed below.
A small pack with water,a gallon ziplock bag for your map,punch card and clue sheet.
Download Handy GPS beforehand to get used to it. Very easy.
Lots of determination and the will to have fun.
March 28
If you have never done an orienteering/land navigation style of an event you are missing out.
These events have been around for lots of years and originated in Scandinavia / Sweden in the 1900's.
They have become more and more popular.
It's always been a part of adventure races over the years but now there are many stand alone events with different disciplines. Solo's,teams of 2 or 3 are my divisions.
GRAB A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER AND GIVE IT A TRY. A GREAT WAY TO LEARN TERRAIN AND GETTING AROUND IN THE WOODS.
Location--Liebers Point
Fees--$40 per person
Fees include--shirts,snacks,drinks,awards
Registration closes March 13th
Check in--8:30am
Start--9:00am
Cut off time--1:00 noon
Format--Solo,teams of 2 or 3 person (coed,male,female) will get clues,punch cards,maps and info at check in.
Racers will have a 4 hour cutoff from the time they started.
Racers will use the maps and clues to find check[points located out on the course area.
This map will be pre-plotted.
Teams may use the Free App Handy GPS.
Course will be in the middle of North side from Liebers Point to Area 3-4-7-8
Teams must check in with the punch card before cutoff. Any team that comes in late will lose a checkpoint every 5 minutes
Race gear--map case or gallon zip lock for maps ,instruction,snacks and a compass for this one. Easy to do!
A light pack for hydration and snacks ,cell phone,
This is a family friendly sport.
Contact Jim for info.' 402-432-3622
Races
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Zanfel Orienteering Race # 1
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$43.40
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Branched Oak Lake, Liebers Point West Entrance NW 140th, Raymond, 68428, NE, United States
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