This weekend course covers basic navigation techniques required to travel from point to point safely in upland environments. This includes map to land recognition, scale, use of contours, taking bearings, walking on a bearing, timing and pacing, and strategies. It is aimed toward people who are new to navigation or wish to improve on their basic skills.
Friday: Arrival
Saturday: Introductions, safety briefing and presentation outlining the course—map and compass bearings, timing, pacing and orienteering.
Sunday: Micro-navigation, bad weather tactics, identifying features and strategies.
NOTE: Courses can be tailored to suit your requirements. There is an option for a night navigation exercise at your request.
Prices do not include accommodation. If you would like recommendations on where to stay, we are happy to help.
The course takes place in a mountain environment, therefore summer walking kit will be required.
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travel from point to point safely in upland environments. This includes map to land recognition, scale, use of contours, taking bearings, walking on a bearing, timing and pacing, and strategies. It is aimed toward people who are new to navigation or wish to improve on their basic skills.