Kennedy Warne - A Wild Emu Chase

Map for the Bendigo rogaine.

Double-checking the instructions.

Strategic route choice is a key to success.

Electronic scoring device attached to competitor's wrist.

They're off . . . through the gum trees of Bendigo National Park.

Aligning compasses to take a bearing to the next checkpoint.

The aim is to get to as many checkpoints over the duration of the game, which can be up to 24 hours.

Rogaining has become popular worldwide, including in New Zealand, which has hosted two world championships.