MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O

🌙 MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-OHosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering ClubEvent Director: Seth Moore
Step into the woods after dark for a fast-paced orienteering adventure at Cricket Holler Boy Scout Camp. This unique Night-O / Search & Destroy-O is designed for all experience levels—first-timers, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, families, and friends.
 🧭 What Is Orienteering?Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where you use a detailed map (and optionally a compass) to find checkpoints scattered across the terrain. It’s part strategy, part speed, and part exploration—a real-world treasure hunt, after dark.
 🗺️ How the Night-O / Search & Destroy-O WorksPhase 1: Night-O (6:00–7:00 PM)
Mass start at 6:00 PM1-hour time limitFormat: Score-O (find controls in any order)Goal: Punch as many of the 20 controls as you chooseScoring:
Each control punched = 1 point
Phase 2: Search & Destroy-O (Starts at 7:00 PM)
Controls are collected and returnedEach control returned = 1 point
Strategy matters: speed, route choice, and teamwork can make the difference.
 🌲 The CourseNavigate your way through Cricket Holler Boy Scout Camp, with reflective controls placed throughout the camp’s trails and woods. Compete as an individual or as part of a team.
 🧭 What’s ProvidedHigh-quality course mapsReflective controls with manual punchesLoaner compasses 🌧️ Rain or ShineDress for the conditions and bring your sense of adventure. Run, walk, hike, navigate, and explore—whatever your style.
 🌟 Come for the Challenge. Share the Experience.Whether you’re chasing points, testing your night navigation skills, or looking for a spooky bump in the dark, this is a must-do night-life adventure.
🌕 Let the hunt begin!