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Intro To Orienteering

August 30, 2024 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

| F/Tuscarawas Meadows Area

If you have any questions regarding this program, please call the Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday—Saturday 10 a.m.—5 p.m., Sunday 12–5 p.m.).

No sense of direction? No problem! We will learn the basics of using a compass through hands-on exploration and fun! Must be at least 12 years of age. Registration is required and begins 8/16.

Details

Date
August 30, 2024
Time
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Event Category:

Venue

Location
2620 Harrington Rd.
Akron, OH 44319 United States + Google Map
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Age Group
Adults, Teens, Youth
Virtual or In Person
In Person
Registration
Required, please call 330-865-8065.
Park
Firestone Metro Park

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