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Compass & Map

Map and Compass Sports in Western Montana

Based in Missoula, MT, Grizzly Orienteering is the primary club organizing orienteering events in Western Montana. Our events feature custom maps and courses and provide a range of challenges appropriate for individuals and groups of all ages and experience levels. Come explore the great Montana wilderness with us!

What is Orienteering?

Orienteering is the sport of navigating with map and compass. The object is to find a series of points shown on a map, choosing routes — both on and off trail — that will help you find all the points and get back to the finish in the shortest amount of time.

 

Orienteering is a sport for everyone, regardless of age or experience. The competitive athlete can experience the exhilaration of moving through the woods at top speed, while a contemplative orienteer can enjoy the forest at a more leisurely pace. Most events provide courses for all levels — from beginner to advanced.

If you love maps, exploring, and the great outdoors, try orienteering. You'll be hooked for life!

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Upcoming Events

  • Grizzly Orienteering Essentials: Learn to Orienteer!
    Grizzly Orienteering Essentials: Learn to Orienteer!
    Mon, Mar 24
    Great Burn Brewing + Outdoor Locations
    This six-week learning experience consists of 3 classroom sessions and 3 sessions of applied outdoor practice on basic orienteering courses. The course is designed for those new to orienteering and for those who want to hone their basic skills in map reading, route finding, compass, and more.
  • Lubrecht FootO
    Lubrecht FootO
    Sun, May 11
    Lubrecht
  • GrizO Bitterroot Weekend NRE
    GrizO Bitterroot Weekend NRE
    Sat, Sep 20
    Florence
    A weekend of spectacular orienteering at some of our nicest venues. Saturday: Middle Distance National Ranking Event at Soft Rock Recreation Area Sunday: Classic Distance Regional Event at Larry Creek Recreation Area
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