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Orienteering is an outdoor activity that is suitable for people of all ages. As a group or a family or solo, it is a great way of exploring the Scottish countryside. Our Events, News, Membership, Clubs and What is Orienteering? pages provide you with everything you need to know. Contact us with any queries.
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Shaping Our Future: Stepping Up as a Board Director
A sport as diverse and inclusive as ours relies entirely on the passion and dedication of its members. As we approach the AGM on 14th September, we are actively seeking volunteers to step forward as new Directors on the SOA Board.
(more…)17th August, 2026 Read more...
ScotJOS Squad Manager sought
We are looking to recruit a Squad Manager for the Scottish Junior Orienteering Squad (ScotJOS). The person will work alongside Roger Goddard, and will replace Judy Bell, who has been a stalwart of the ScotJOS coaching team for many years. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Judy for all her hard work and acknowledge the enormous contribution she has made to ScotJOS and the development of our Scottish Juniors.
(more…)14th August, 2026 Read more...
September Community Conversation: Permanent Orienteering Courses
After a summer break we resume our 2026 Community Conversations series. In September, Monday 7th September 7.30pm, we are focussing on Permanent Orienteering Courses and the learnings from clubs which could ensure they have an impact.
(more…)13th August, 2026 Read more...
British Orienteering seek juniors to bring the youth voice to help shape their thinking
British Orienteering have established a youth voice programme and are seeking juniors from a variety of backgrounds and experience of orienteering to share their views and help improve orienteering. It would be great to see voices representing the Scottish experience. More information can be found here on British Orienteering Youth Voices Programme.
(more…)13th August, 2026 Read more...
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Great to see lots of happy faces over the socials from those attending the World Masters Orienteering Championships in Poland last week. Well done to everyone who participated looked like the sun was shining! Special mention to those Scots who made the podium and sent us some photos with Sarah Rollins and Rachel Kirkland of @forthvalleyorienteers Forth Valley Orienteers getting Silver in the Middle and Sprint respectively and Sarah then upgrading her upgrading her efforts to gold in the long final.![]()
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Photo Credits: Alison Harding, Mark Wood
We know that the right person for the Senior Development post is out there and the deadline was extended to 31st August for applications.![]()
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So if you would be interested in supporting clubs and spreading knowledge of orienteering why not consider the role? Or do you know someone who would be perfect - point them in our direction! We have funding for 4 days a week but are open to making the role either full time or reducing the role to 3 days a week for the right candidate. To find out more see the news article on our website (link in the bio) or reach out to Nikki Howard direct.
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Coaching is one of the most rewarding roles of orienteering - passing on your love of the sport to others and helping people develop their skills. Scottish Orienteering plans to run a Coaching Foundation course and a Club Coach Course in early autumn. The Coaching Foundation is the initial step on the coaching pathway and introduces the skills required to assist a coach, with the Club Coach course following on to allow you to plan, review and deliver your own coaching sessions.![]()
To express interest and find out more - sign up at forms.gle/PspukBcSRcHsCtUK6
Come along to an orienteering family beginners session in Aberdeenshire to learn the basics of the sport. Take part as a family and learn navigation skills together. ![]()
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This session is part of the Sportscotland Summer of Sport. It will take place at Bell Wood, Aboyne on the 12th September with the option of a morning or afternoon session.![]()
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From taking part in the beginners session you will gain free entry to the Mar Orienteering Club - MAROC event at Morrone, Braemar. The perfect opportunity to put your new skills to the test! ![]()
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Aberdeenshire Morning- www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-of-sport-orienteering-in-aberdeenshire-morning-session-tickets-1994...![]()
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Aberdeenshire Afternoon- www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-of-sport-orienteering-in-aberdeenshire-afternoon-session-tickets-19...