Orienteering is a fantastic outdoor activity that combines running/walking with navigation (traditionally using a map and compass). Participants use their speed and coordination to locate a number of flags located around a course in the shortest time possible. Participants can time their run or compete againt each other as part of a competitive event.
Meath LSP in collaboration with Irish Orienteering have mapped out two orienteering locations with the latest MapRunF suitable for all the family. MapRunF is now available in
Both new Orienteering locations include the latest MapRunF virtual course making the activity accessible to anyone at anytime. Each location includes a Short, Long and a Score Map Event. Participants are invited to download MapRunF app on to their smartphone and follow the guided instructions.
MapRunF Orienteering is available to individuals, families and also larger groups from Schools, Community and Youth Groups and Age Active and Disability Groups. Each course is designed to include all levels of fitness and ability. For more details contact Lisa at lodowd@meathcoco.ie
The new MapRunF app allows participants to go Orienteering with virtual mapping. MapRunF app can be downloaded on to your phone and provides a list of mapped courses available in your area. This means there are no flags or equipment allowing you to go orienteering anytime that suits and logging your orienteering times on your phone.
MapRunF is an Android/iOS orienteering app that provides GPS based punching and timing for orienteering courses. This guide aims to provide a quick introduction to installing and using the MapRunF app, along with links to additional sources of information.
*Please ensure you follow up to date guidelines from the HSE on social distancing and outdoor activities*
*Please do not travel outside of your 5km travel limit for exercise*