At check-out, you will receive links to download five (5) PDFs. One file is the entire “new” 1:10,000 set (nine 8.5×11 pages plus cover sheet) and has 5m contours oriented to MN with 500m MN meridians angled 0.1 Degree Decimal Minute (DDM) grid. There are also four separate files (three 8.5×14 pages plus one 8.5×11 page) for the “old” 1:15,000 set, which has 5m contours oriented to TN and a 0.1 min DDM grid with angled 500m MN meridians. Important to note that the new map set uses very tight margins with a 9mm overlap and the old map set requires legal (8.5×14) printer capability, so check printer settings carefully.

Both sets have advantages and disadvantages. The new set is produced with a much higher quality resolution and at a larger scale for attacking ground zeroes with better accuracy. The old set is easier to manage (fewer pages) and likely faster to plot and navigate with for longer distances. You don’t need both sets to successfully navigate BHC.

Waiver of Responsibility:

I, the undersigned, know that orienteering, as an outdoor action sport, carries significant risk of personal injury. I know that there are natural and man-made hazards, environmental conditions, and risks, which, in combination with my actions, can cause me serious, or possibly even fatal injury. I agree that I, as a participant, must take an active role in understanding and accepting these risks, conditions, and hazards. I also agree that I, and not the organizers and officials of this event, the US Orienteering Federation, State of North Carolina, USFS, the land owners or managers, or any sponsors, am responsible for my safety while I participate in this event. I take full responsibility for myself and/or my child. The undersigned is granted an OUSA membership for the event date/s.