The White course follows trails, streams, and other linear features. Navigation is easy and course distance is generally 1-1.5 miles. The orienteer will navigate to easily identifiable features. Course distance is generally 1.5-2.5 miles. On this course the orienteer will spend the majority of their time off the trail network and will need to use the compass extensively.
Checkpoints are on major terrain features.
Distance is generally 2-3 miles. The navigation is very tricky with few re-location features. Distance is generally 3-5 miles. Once you determine the course you want to follow, copy it onto your map. Your compass provides the straight edge to make the lines and it also has a cut-out circle and triangle with which to make the other marks.