
MVOC Pumpkin Hunt John Bryan State Park / Camp Birch
3790 State Route 370
Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 12:00:00
About this event
🎃 MVOC Pumpkin HuntJohn Bryan State Park / Camp Birch Your Adventure Starts Here!Hosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering ClubEvent Directors: Larry Berna & Scott Lefgren Join us for a fun, fast-paced, and family-friendly orienteering adventure set in the beautiful woods of John Bryan State Park and Camp Birch. Whether you’re brand new to orienteering or a seasoned navigator, runner, hiker, or explorer—this event is for you! 🧭 What Is Orienteering?Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where participants use a detailed map and compass to locate checkpoints across varied terrain. It blends strategy, speed, problem-solving, and exploration—a real-world treasure hunt for all ages. 🗺️ Choose Your CourseYou’ll have up to two hours to complete the course that fits your skill level: White – BeginnerYellow – NoviceOrange – AdvancedGreen / Red – EliteWe provide everything you need to succeed: High-quality course mapsElectronic chip timingLoaner compassesOne-on-one beginner instruction 🌟 Own the Terrain. Master the Map.Race the clock, test your navigation skills, or enjoy a relaxed, scavenger-hunt-style walk through the park. Compete seriously—or just soak in the fall scenery. 🌧️ Rain, Snow, or Shine!Dress for the weather and come ready to run, hike, navigate, and explore. The Pumpkin Hunt happens no matter what Mother Nature has planned. Test your skills. Trust your compass. Celebrate the season outdoors. 🎃🧭

