Navigation & Orienteering

Our Introduction to Navigation & Orienteering getaway covers foundational principals of ‘finding your way’ in multiple contexts, including “map & compass” and the sport of “orienteering”.  Whether you are leading a team in an Adventure Race, canoe tripping in Algonquin Park, going for a hike or cycling in a new trail network, having the confidence, skills and ability to orient yourself, assess route options and follow a planned route is an enabling and empowering skill.

Navigation and Orienteering participants find a control point.

Sample Orienteering map from our Intro to Navigation and Orienteering weekend.

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 Gary Swayze 
 
 
 
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Wow, just WOW!

My Missing Link Adventure Tours weekend experience was fantastic! Such a great time hanging out with like minded cyclists and making new friends. Julia and Rob’s hospitality was top level. Julia’s culinary skills are simply amazing. We were delighted beyond words with each dish she served. Farm fresh food that was absolutely delicious! Rob’s knowledge of the local cycling opportunities and flexibility in preparing us tailor made routes was awesome. Some of the best gravel riding I’ve experienced. This was my first experience. I will be back!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Alannah Martin 
 
 
 
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Gravel camp was the perfect weekend away and provided the opportunity to push oneself in distance and elevation, as well as overall training load. Rob & Julia are the most gracious hosts. Julia spent the entire weekend working tirelessly on their farm and in their kitchen to prepare gourmet meals with the freshest of foods for us. The food was absolutely exceptional! And Rob did an amazing job of planning out different gravel routes as well as being flexible and altering the weekend to best fit our goals. I'm not entirely sure I would've made it through the 100k in the heat without his support! And it was so inspiring to have to chance to cycle with Adam Hill and learn from a true pro! Other notable mentions were the outdoor shower, the cleanliness of the farm's accommodations, and their lovely dog. I highly recommend this weekend to every foodie cycling enthusiast!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 William Brett Thomas 
 
 
 
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I had a wonderful time participating in Gravel Camp at Missing Link Adventures.  Rob and Julia are extremely friendly, welcoming and interesting to hang out with.  The gravel riding in the area is phenomenal....best I've done in Ontario.  The food was second to none.  All fresh, local produce and meat, expertly crafted into a seemingly never-ending variety of dishes.  The house and farm were fun to hang around and explore.  I'm already looking forward to going back with my wife next summer.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 DJ Donna Lovejoy 
 
 
 
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I stayed at Santoasha Farm during a week long retreat at The Workroom, and WOW, Julia and Rob are the most incredible hosts.  The farm house is modern and very well-kept.  They prepared daily meals for us and every meal was absolutely delicious and nutritious.  It’s clear that Julia and Rob care a lot about their guests, local food and the environment.  I will absolutely stay there again in the future.  Thank you Julia and Rob, you’re amazing!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Niloo Ravaei 
 
 
 
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One of the best, most wholesome group biking experiences I've been a part of. Rob and Julia are gems of human beings, and they have a beautiful space that feels so welcoming and peaceful. The food is incredible, all made with fresh ingredients from their farm. And the riding is challenging, but exhilarating.

I was a beginner rider, and even though the trails were fairly advanced (with lots of hills), Rob helped me adjust the routes to my skill level.

Will definitely be going back again!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 D Mac 
 
 
 
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We had an amazing cycling getaway with Missing Link.  Rob & Julia are fantastic hosts.  Rob curated incredibly fun & challenging routes everyday and Julia fueled us with some of the most memorable fresh meals I've had.  Can't wait for a return visit!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Julie Toole 
 
 
 
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Absolute pleasure to collaborate with Rob on a women's gravel bike weekend! From start to finish, Rob and Julia took great care of all participants, ensuring everyone's needs were met, from on the bike support to comfortable and super clean accommodations and nutritious farm to table meals catering to different dietary restrictions. And, gorgeous gravel riding up there!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Amanda A 
 
 
 
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FIVE STARS!
Missing Link Adventure Tours offered the perfect winter weekend experience! The fat bike riding on expertly designed and well groomed trails, the outstanding food, and the beautifully appointed accommodations were only eclipsed by Rob's and Julia's exceptional hospitality. Their passion and knowledge is inspiring! I can't wait to return!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Nbmba, ‘Girls FROSTY’fatty bike weekend, hosted by Connie H. WAS A BLAST.!  Rob headed Our first night with headlamps &  did a freshly covered snow trail thru the magical forest in which consisted of rolling hills, around the gardens and tobaggan hills to finish by a camp fire with the most delicious farm to table, homemade raspberry almond crust and like a whipped creamy filling topped with raspberries.  Julia is the best at homemade food chef & totally made food from scratch absolutely delicious! Rob & Julia are the best hosts!
  
 
  
 
 
 
   
 
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Navigation and Orienteering Getaway Cancellation Policy:

(21 days or more) Full refund, less processing fees, if the cancellation is made 21 days or more prior to the event start date.

(21 days to 7 days prior) A credit will be issued for a future event with Missing Link Adventure Tours if the cancellation is made between 21 and 7 days prior to the event start date.

(less that 7 days prior) Cancellations that are made less than 7 days before the event start date and attendees who do not show up will not receive a refund or credit and will forfeit their registration fee.

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