Mindful Orienteering Board Game - Week Five, Activity One of the Be Happy Summer Camp

Welcome to Week Five of the Be Happy Summer Camp! This week, we’re embarking on a thrilling adventure with our Mindful Orienteering Board Game. Orienteering is a sport that involves navigating through unfamiliar terrain using a map and compass, and we’ve transformed this exciting challenge into a fun, mindful activity that you can enjoy indoors!

About This Resource

Our Mindful Orienteering Board Game is designed to help children explore the principles of orienteering while practising mindfulness. As players navigate their way back to camp, they’ll focus on the present moment, engaging in mindful activities along the way. T

How to Use:

1. Prepare Your Tools: Start by creating your compass and setting the dial to reflect how you're feeling at the beginning of the activity. Assemble the dice and place your counter on the "Start" position. Cut out the cards and counters for the game.
2. Start Your Journey: Roll the die and move your counter forward by the number of steps shown.
3. Landing on a Checkpoint: If you land on a checkpoint (marked by a flag), find the corresponding card and complete the mindful activity.
4. Special Spots: If you land on a blue, pink, or green spot, follow the instructions to continue your journey. These spots add twists and turns, making your adventure even more exciting!
5. Reaching the Activity: When you reach an activity square, complete the task and then find your way back to the path.
6. Arriving at Camp: Once you reach the camp, turn the compass dial to see how you’re feeling now. Reflect on any changes in your emotions since you started the game.

Benefits:

• Mindfulness: This game encourages players to stay present and focus on each step of their journey, promoting calmness and reducing stress.
• Emotional Awareness: By checking in with their feelings at the start and end of the game, children can develop a deeper understanding of their emotions.

The Mindful Orienteering Board Game is a unique blend of adventure and mindfulness, helping children navigate their emotions while having fun. With every turn and checkpoint, players will learn valuable skills in emotional regulation, concentration, and mindfulness—making this game an enriching addition to their summer camp experience.