Run the round

How to play Compass Warm-Up

Step 1

A simple compass-and-paces morning drill scored by closest finish.

Step 2

Judge the compass result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the compass setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

A simple compass-and-paces morning drill scored by closest finish. The final set is walked in reverse — face the start and walk the bearings backward. Format: Navigation drill.

Example: A simple compass-and-paces morning drill scored by closest finish.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Ignoring changing outdoor conditions. Shorten or stop the compass round when the space changes.

Safety: Check weather and surfaces, keep clear of traffic, fire, deep water, and bystanders, and use sun, hydration, and supervision precautions.

Best for

Who it fits

2-8 who want a 10-30 min round.

Energy

Pace

Low

Board Camping + Campfire

Category Trail + Lantern

Best for 2-8 who want a 10-30 min round.

Players 2-8

Time 10-30 min

Gear Campsite-safe prompts or soft props, light, and score note

Space Established campsite or supervised campfire seating area

Energy Low

Setup Start from Camping + Campfire Board and tell the group the activity is Compass Warm-Up.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Compass Warm-Up also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Compass Warm-Up from Studboards. A simple compass-and-paces morning drill scored by closest finish. Fits: Players: 2-8 | Time: 10-30 min | Gear: Campsite-safe prompts or soft props, light, and score note Safety: Check weather and surfaces, keep clear of traffic, fire, deep water, and bystanders, and use sun, hydration, and supervision precautions. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/camping-campfire/camping-campfire-compass-warm-up.html

Compass Warm-Up

Quick start.