What we’re about
This group is for anyone wanting to learn more about the sport of orienteering, getting better with a map and compass, and get off trail and enjoy being in the woods. We also do sprint events (in urban settings) or park events (in local parks), and plenty of training pop-ups where we explore and teach at the same time. If you enjoy trail running or just hiking in the woods, and are up for a challenge of using a map to get there, this group is for you! Join us!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Orienteering 101-Richfield Heritage Preserve–Summit County-Saturday, August 16thRichfield Heritage Preserve (formerly Crowell Hilaka), Richfield, OH
Want to improve your on and off-trail navigation ability? Looking for another way to immerse yourself in the natural world? Could you benefit from an adventure activity that maintains your fitness, both physical and mental? …An activity you can do for a lifetime.
If, Yes! You might want to try our sport/pastime of orienteering.
Please click here for more information and Preregistration:
Details and Preregistration - Orienteering - Quail Score-O - Quail Hollow (Stark Parks) - Sunday, August 24thQuail Hollow State Park, Hartville, OH
Event format will be Score Orienteering – The challenge of this format is to collect the most points possible within the 90 minute time window, by visiting the controls that you choose. Stay out as long as you want, but there are severe penalties for each minute that you are late getting back to the finish.
Beginners welcome! Basic instructions will be available.
Please preregister here:
Details and Preregistration - Orienteering - 2025 Python Adventure Race - 3-Hour Beginner & 10-Hour AdvancedCuyahoga Valley National Park - Camp Manatoc , Peninsula, OH
Preregistration is now open for the 2025 Python Adventure Race! Hosted by the Northeastern Ohio Orienteering Club on Saturday, September 20, 2025!
Whether you're a seasoned racer or a first-timer, this event promises epic scenery, strategic route choices, and a true test of skill and stamina with 3 and 10 hour courses.
The 3-hour course is designed to be challenging for Intermediate and even Advanced Orienteers because of its limited time frame and scope. But it still has many recreational level control locations for the Beginners to enjoy.
For the 10-hour Advanced Orienteers, prepare for an unforgettable day of navigation and endurance in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, with over 70 controls placed across more than 20 square kilometers of challenging terrain, using real, LIDAR-based orienteering maps. Enjoy an outstanding post-event dining experience and award presentation.
Preregister now to secure your spot at early registration rates:
2025 Python Adventure Race Details and PreregistrationWe hope to see you on the start line.
