What is the minimum age to participate?

Children must be 8 years and over to join this family event.

How long is the session?

Sessions last approximately one hour; organizers request that you check in 30 minutes before the start.

Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for rough, sometimes boggy terrain.

How many people are in a group?

Groups can be up to 30 participants; guides adjust challenges to suit the group size and ages.

What is the cancellation policy?

Please call or email to cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the event.

Is the course suitable for beginners?

Yes; the activity is designed for families and novice navigators with instructor support and briefings.

Family Orienteering in County Cavan: One-Hour Skills & Adventure at Cavan Adventure Centre

On the edge of County Cavan’s drumlin country, Family Oirenteering - Balance Event at Cavan Adventure Centre turns a sunny field and riverside wood into a hands-on navigation course for kids and parents. Located at Cavan Adventure Centre, Inishmore, Butlers Bridge, Co. Cavan, H12 CD43, Ireland, the one-hour session invites families to solve map-and-compass puzzles across mixed woodland, meadow, and the gentle banks of the local river. This is an orienteering workout for brains and boots: teams of up to 30 follow numbered controls, read contours and bearings, and make quick decisions under a time limit. The format emphasizes teamwork—children eight and up work alongside adults—so the focus is as much on communication and fun as on speed. Organizers ask participants to check in at reception half an hour before the start time; wear warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for rough terrain. What makes this short outing special is how it uses Cavan’s distinctive landscape as the classroom. The course moves through low drumlin ridges, pockets of mixed oak and hazel, and open meadow that sometimes skirts a slow-moving tributary of the Annalee River. The area’s compact scale lets families cover varied terrain within a single hour while learning real navigation skills: pacing, map interpretation, and simple compass work. Expect to find pockets of limestone outcrop and boggy hollows that test footing and route choice—small features that teach big lessons. For visitors, the event is an efficient slice of local outdoor culture. Butlers Bridge sits on the Annalee and lies within Ireland’s lakeland county, where angling, walking, and low-impact outdoor instruction are part of the community’s rhythm. A brief cultural note: the village developed around a historic river crossing, and local guides often point out old stone bridges and field boundaries that reflect generations of land use. Practical for families passing through Cavan town or staying in nearby villages, the offering is short, affordable, and invitation-ready for novices. It’s ideal as an afternoon activity between a lake visit and a pub dinner, or as an energetic start to a day of hiking. Guides tailor the challenge level to the group, encouraging younger navigators without compromising safety. Practical details matter: sessions last one hour, children must be eight years and over, and the operator requests that groups check in thirty minutes before the start. Bring a small daypack, water bottle, and a spare pair of socks; instructors provide briefing and simple compass instruction on site. The format rewards curiosity and communication. If you’re visiting County Cavan and want an active, low-commitment way to build outdoor skills together, Family Oirenteering - Balance Event at Cavan Adventure Centre delivers instruction, fresh air, and teamwork in a single, highly readable hour today.

About Cavan Adventure Centre

Cavan Adventure Centre is an outdoor activity provider based at Butlers Bridge, County Cavan, located on the shores of Lough Oughter. The centre offers a wide range of supervised water and land activities for families, groups, schools and corporate teams. Popular experiences include stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, inflatable waterpark sessions, day boat hire and archery. The centre also runs seasonal programmes and events such as an Adventure Run Club, Lakeside Christmas Fair and charity wellbeing events.

Cavan Adventure Centre operates guided trips to local landmarks including Clough Oughter Castle and accessible routes through Lough Oughter’s waterways. Options range from short one-hour sessions to multi-hour boat hires and three-day wellbeing retreats. Facilities include a meeting and training room with video conferencing and kitchen access, outdoor session options, and catering choices like healthy snacks and lunches.

Qualified instructors lead activities with emphasis on safety, skill development and enjoyment for all ages and abilities. The centre provides equipment for listed activities and custom packages for sports teams or special occasions. Booking information, session lengths and specific inclusions are published for each trip or event.

Visitors can expect a focus on nature, community and accessible adventure beside one of County Cavan’s most scenic lakes. Cavan Adventure Centre’s programmes are positioned to deliver memorable outdoor experiences, suitable for beginners through to intermediate participants, while promoting wellbeing and group connection.

Seasonal schedules, booking policies and accessibility details are available on the centre’s website and through direct enquiries to help plan safe, tailored visits for every group today.