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A new form of exercise has hit the streets - or trails rather - of Flin Flon. The 2328 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps has established an orienteering trail, which is at the Kin Fitness Trail. The chairman of the corps' civilian sponsoring group, Morley Naylor, says having the trail is great for everyone. "It can be a nice stroll in the park or it can be a competitive challenge," he says, adding that "this is a great way for the cadets to learn." The trail is based around 39 different checkpoints identified by small reflective red and white markers. Those participating use maps and compasses to navigate their way around the trail. "This really comes in handy for the cadets, as it teaches them the way to properly use them (the equipment)," he says. Naylor explains it doesn't have to be a big competition to use the trail. "If you want you can just look at the map and follow it around, or you can just walk around also," he says. "This is the first thing like this here, so people are still getting used to it." But he adds that "people shouldn't be overwhelmed by the compass and map stuff. It's just to get around." Naylor also adds, the people using the trail are mainly cadets right now, but notes, "that doesn't mean the public can't try it." Naylor says he is hoping the schools will also take advantage of this opportunity soon. He calls this "great physical fitness for the whole community." And Flin Flon recreation director Brenda Russell says "it presents a very exciting opportunity and a new challenge for people who enjoy being outdoors." Russell adds, "We really appreciate the efforts of the army cadets to provide another recreation opportunity for our community." The cadets formally handed over the orienteering trail to the City of Flin Flon earlier this year.
