Try your hand at orienteering this weekend.
Orienteering Bay of Plenty is keen to track down new members and this weekend the club has organised an event for newcomers wanting to discover the joys of the sport.
Club secretary Darren Ashmore said Sunday's Rogaine was perfect for people who enjoyed exploring the outdoors and wanted a mental
challenge at the same time.
He said women were increasingly taking up the sport and it was also great for families as people of all ages can take part.
"It's cheap, healthy and sociable. There has been a significant increase in women interested in learning navigation skills partly due to women's only adventure races in Rotorua Spirited Woman and Spring Challenge," said Mr Ashmore.
Free coaching is offered before Sunday's event to give people the confidence and skills to complete events. The Rogaine format is especially good for beginners as they join forces within a team and can choose which checkpoints to go for.
