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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

  • Ski Orienteering at Lubrecht!
    Ski Orienteering at Lubrecht!
    Sun, Jan 26
    Lubrecht Ski Trails
    Jan 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Lubrecht Ski Trails, Lubrecht State Experimental Forest, Montana 59823, USA
    Registration is open.
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  • Ski Orienteering at Seeley Lake
    Ski Orienteering at Seeley Lake
    Sat, Feb 15
    Seeley Lake Nordic Ski Trails
    Feb 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Seeley Lake Nordic Ski Trails, Seeley Creek Trail, Morrell Creek Rd, Seeley Lake, MT 59868, USA
    Come try ski orienteering on the beautiful Seeley Lake nordic ski trail system! No experience necessary.
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  • Blue Mountain Orienteering Free Member Event
    Blue Mountain Orienteering Free Member Event
    Sat, Mar 08
    Blue Mountain (Middle Trailhead)
    Mar 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Blue Mountain (Middle Trailhead), Forest Road 365, Missoula, MT 59804
    A FREE event for all GrizO members. Special format: see details below. Registration is open. Spots are limited, so sign up soon!
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  • Spring FootO
    Spring FootO
    Sat, Apr 05
    Milltown State Park
    Apr 05, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Milltown State Park, 7363 Juniper Dr, Missoula, MT 59802, USA
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  • GrizO Flathead Weekend
    GrizO Flathead Weekend
    Sat, Apr 26
    Lone Pine, Lion Mountain
    Apr 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – Apr 27, 2025, 2:00 PM
    Lone Pine, Lion Mountain
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  • GrizO Bitterroot Weekend NRE
    GrizO Bitterroot Weekend NRE
    Sat, Sep 20
    Florence
    Sep 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – Sep 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
    Florence, Florence, MT 59833, USA
    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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  • Lubrecht FootO
    Lubrecht FootO
    May 11
    Lubrecht
    May 11
    Lubrecht, Lubrecht State Experimental Forest, Montana 59823, USA
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  • GrizO Missoula Schools Festival
    GrizO Missoula Schools Festival
    May 31
    Silver Park
    May 31
    Silver Park, Missoula, MT 59801, USA
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