Sept 21, 2005--FinishMaster company teams get their opening instructions, prior heading into the woods! *

Sept 21, 2005--Coates ponders a question posed by the FinishMaster teams during their orientation. *

Sept 21, 2005--Final instructions involve learning how to punch the Orienteering markers, that have been placed in the woods for them to Team Navigate to locate! *

Sept 21, 2005--One of the "tools in the toolbelt" involves pacing. Here the teams learn this valuable navigation skill. *

Sept 21, 2005--During an opening practice hike, teams learn by doing, experientially! *

Sept 21, 2005--Now the teams prepare their own maps, then take off into the woods! *

Sept 21, 2005--A team discusses their navigation strategy, while looking at their map. *

Sept 21, 2005--How well the teams prepare their materials & develop a plan, can influence the navigation success of their teams. *

Sept 21, 2005--Success.!!..We found one..!!..a team celebrates their navigation success with a "punch"..!! *

Sept 21, 2005--Continuous strategy sessions involve different teammates rechecking the map, to see if they are moving in the right direction! *

Sept 21, 2005--Now the teams have to prepare addional materials, for the long haul. But by now, they are becoming more competent with confidence, and have probably decided on roles. *

Sept 21, 2005--Despite being sweaty and a little tired, teams stayed on task with constant communication and sharing of information. *

Sept 21, 2005--Despite the sweat showing through shirts and bandanas, this team recollects the new navigation information, in order to continue their trek! *

Sept 21, 2005--Teams share their success by feasting on their collective winnings! *