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The term orienteering was first used in Sweden to describe cross country navigation using map and compass. Early use was as a military exercise. The first public orienteering meet was held in Norway in 1897. Ernst Killander popularized the sport and held the first major meet in 1919 with over 100 competitors.
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What sport is a mixture of map reading and cross country running?
Orienteering.
Where does the word orienteering originate from?
The term orienteering was first used in the late 19th century in Scandinavia. It was initially used to describe an exercise of military officers navigating unfamiliar terrain with only a map and compass. The activity was further developed in Sweden with the first true orienteering competition taking place in Norway in 1897. Since then orienteering has evolved into a world wide sport with competitions taking place across the globe. It is now divided into three main categories which are: Foot Orienteering Mountain Bike Orienteering Ski OrienteeringThe sport continues to grow with international competitions taking place every year including the World Orienteering Championships and the World Cup series.
Who collect information of about population features in a country?
A guy who is pro at orienteering. *_* Signed By Tannermo
What is a sport in the United Kingdom that involves the landscape?
Cross country running, paintballing, orienteering.
When did orienteering reach Britain?
Orienteering was introduced to Britain in the late 1960s. The first organized event took place in 1967 at the University of London. The sport gained popularity quickly, leading to the establishment of the British Orienteering Federation in 1968. Since then, it has grown significantly, with numerous clubs and events across the country.
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When was Mattias Karlsson - orienteering - born?
Mattias Karlsson - orienteering - was born in 1972.
When was International Orienteering Federation created?
International Orienteering Federation was created in 1961.
When was Canadian Orienteering Federation created?
Canadian Orienteering Federation was created in 1967.
When was Jan Beneš - orienteering - born?
Jan Beneš - orienteering - was born in 1987.
When was Kainuu Orienteering Week created?
Kainuu Orienteering Week was created in 1966.
