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Orient attendees to the relationships between the ground, the map and the tactical situation.

For each item, give direction and distance from current location, where possible.

If object is in view, indicate it.

Introduce self, incl unit/posn

Introduce aids (Maps, models, etc.)

We are presently located at ________________, GR ________ ________.

Indicate direction of North

Significant terrain features

Natural boundaries

Far to near (FEBA to REAR), left to right relative to axis

Terrain & effect it has on Mission

Vegetation

Open/Close, type, intensity, visibility, impact to movement

Land features

Hills, valleys, mountains, etc.

Water courses

Lakes, rivers, swamps, currents, direction of travel, depth

Nicknames for features if applicable

Routes

Roads, highways, rail lines, bridges/culverts, power lines, etc.

Built up areas

Towns, significant factories, industrial parks, etc.

Obstacles

Minefields, ditches, abatis, fences, etc.

Control measures

Boundaries, report lines, line of departure, etc.

Vital ground and key terrain

Location

Disposition

Known or suspected intent

HQ

Flanking/rear units

Coordinates of the Area of Operation (AO)