The New England Orienteering Club - NEOC promotes the sport of Orienteering -- navigating with map and compass. Events in Boston area, MA, RI, CT. All welcome!
Beginner's Corner
Resources for Beginners
- Read Peter Amram's series of articles in the Training section:
- Browse the links in the Orienteering Overview section.
- Note that Beginner instruction is generally available at NEOC meets from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Ask at Registration.
Note to veterans: Consider contributing an article to the Beginner's Corner.
Contact the VP of Communication for information.
Using e-punch
Haven't used e-punch before? This photo guide will show you what to expect. Click a photo to read the details.
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1. Fill out your Safety Card
1. Fill out your Safety Card
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2. Report to the Start table
2. Report to the Start table
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3. Clear your stick
3. Clear your stick
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4. Check your stick
4. Check your stick
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5. Start
5. Start
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6. The Controls
6. The Controls
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7. Finish
7. Finish
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8. Download
8. Download
View the embedded image gallery online at:
http://www.newenglandorienteering.org/index.php/o-articles/beginners-corner#sigProGalleriab9cf882fe8
http://www.newenglandorienteering.org/index.php/o-articles/beginners-corner#sigProGalleriab9cf882fe8
If you have a NEOC "loaner" finger-stick, be sure to return it before you leave.
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