Total course length should be approximately 600-1300 meters. No dummy control markers are needed if two or more overlapping courses are used. They must locate each control marker by directional means as well as pace the correct distance to a control marker. Once located, the code on the control marker must be written in the space provided. Participants must provide their own compass and pencil.
Eye protection is recommended for woodlot courses.
Notes and calculators of any type are permitted. Students, coaches and supervisors are reminded to avoid metal objects on their person and when laying-out a course. Since accuracy is of utmost importance, participants will be judged on the greatest number of markers correctly identified. Students correctly identifying all control markers will then be judged on time spent on the course. The fastest time wins.