We organised an orienteering game designed to get 34 youth workers from 11 different countries moving, thinking, working as a team, and learning about orienteering games. Given the size of the group, we created an expanded version of the game, mapping 36 points across a wide area of the village. To avoid crowding, we used two different starting locations, each assigned to half of the teams.
After preparing the map and clues, we divided participants into 11 teams of three and shared all materials on their phones. Once the rules were explained and everything was clear, the teams set off with one hour and a half to find as many points as possible. Each team had to stay together at all times to score.
The energy and motivation were impressive: one team returned in less than half the allotted time, achieving an incredible 33 out of 36 points. Gradually, all other teams made their way back, confirming that the time limit worked well for a group with such different ages and physical conditions.
In the end, every participant completed the challenge successfully. The activity was fun, engaging, and accessible for everyone—bringing teamwork, exploration, and friendly competition into a memorable experience.
