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!