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
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting adventure at the Zanfel Orienteering Race #1, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the beautiful Raymond area of Lancaster. This thrilling event invites participants to explore the great outdoors while navigating through scenic trails armed with just a map, clues, and a punch card. Whether you’re a solo adventurer or part of a team of 2 or 3, this is a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and have fun with friends or family.
Participants will have four hours to find as many checkpoints as possible, using Handy GPS to aid their journey. Registration opens at 8:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 9:00 AM and a cutoff time of 1:00 PM. For just $40, enjoy a memorable day filled with camaraderie, snacks, shirts, and awards! Don't miss out on this chance to learn navigation skills in a family-friendly environment. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of excitement and exploration in the heart of nature!
Participants will have four hours to find as many checkpoints as possible, using Handy GPS to aid their journey. Registration opens at 8:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 9:00 AM and a cutoff time of 1:00 PM. For just $40, enjoy a memorable day filled with camaraderie, snacks, shirts, and awards! Don't miss out on this chance to learn navigation skills in a family-friendly environment. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of excitement and exploration in the heart of nature!
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.
Teams may use the Free App Handy GPS.
Course will be in and around the trails in the Area 1 and 14 areas.
Teams must check in with the punch card
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.
Teams may use the Free App Handy GPS.
Course will be in and around the trails in the Area 1 and 14 areas.
Teams must check in with the punch card
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
OPENS 31 DEC
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Branched Oak Lake, Liebers Point West Entrance NW 140th, Raymond, 68428, NE, United States
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