Athlete Profile
Hayden Smith
Team Canada Program Athlete 2026: Junior Elite Squad
About
- Born: 2006
- Hometown: Ottawa
- Currently Living: Kingston
- Orienteers for: Orienteering Ottawa, Frontenac Legends
- Occupation: Student
- Training Log: Attackpoint
Q&A
Q: If you had one tip for young orienteers what would it be?
A: Don't be afraid to make mistakes! They're bound to happen, and every detour is a new learning experience.
Q: What aspect of orienteering keep you interested and motivated to stay involved, train, and compete?
A: Exploring new terrain is definitely a highlight for me. There's so many cool places out there, and each course always brings something new. You never know what you might find out there!