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Orienteering as competition began as a military training exercise in
Sweden and now has become an international sport.
Orienteering
for November Jr. Naturalists
Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the
Jr. Naturalists program on Saturday, November 19th from 9:30am to 12pm
at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville. A
compass and map can take you anywhere if you know how to use them. From
the cardinal and ordinal directions, to degrees, to taking (and
maintaining) a bearing, students will practice the basics. Then
participants will play some exciting games to test their skills.
The Jr. Naturalists is a series of monthly programs designed to give
3rd-6th grade students hands-on interaction with the natural world and
a look at our current and historical place within it. Hikes, games,
crafts, and service projects are all a part of this exciting integrated
study group. A fee of $3 is charged for the program, and registration
is required. For questions about the Jr. Naturalists program or any
other park district programs or to register for the November class,
please call the park office at (937) 548-0165 or email
info@darkecountyparks.org.
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