Want to learn how to make orienteering maps? We offer an ever-expanding catalogue of introductory and professional development style courses. Check out our calendar and catalogue below.
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Leslie Thomas Junior High (Lower Sackville, NS) | 10:00 AM ET | 6 hrs | $120
Tags: Introductory | practical
*Times shown are in your local time.
In this 2.5-hour course you will learn how to use Karttapullautin (KP) to generate smoothed contours which you can import and use directly in your map projects. In addition to contours you will also learn about other KP outputs such as vegetation and cliffs.
In the class will talk about the pros and cons of this method – namely that they are a great way to get started but are just that – a starting point if you’re willing to put the time in.
This course uses free software so is easily accessible to new mappers.
Upcoming classes: There are no scheduled classes. If you would like to request a class, email jeff@navigationsports.ca
This 6 hour module will teach participants the basics of fieldwork. This module has both classroom and field components.
In this module you will practice the following:
Upcoming dates:
Saturday, August 9, 2025 | Leslie Thomas Junior High (Lower Sackville, NS)
This 2.5 hour online course is part 4 of Navigation Sports' Introduction to Orienteering Mapping course. In it, you will practice adding new colours and symbols in the mapping software while adding key map elements to prepare your map for printing.
This module is set-up as a tutorial-style practice. Participants will also be provided with a take-away reference to use in future projects.
* Instances of this course will use either OCAD or OOM.
Upcoming classes: There are no scheduled classes. If you would like to request a class, email jeff@navigationsports.ca