The Introduction to Navigation Taster Session is designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of navigation principles and techniques. This interactive and engaging course offers a glimpse into the world of navigation, equipping individuals with essential skills to help navigate effectively in hills. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, participants will gain confidence in using a map and compass to navigate their way through unfamiliar terrain.
Course Details:
During the Navigation Taster Course, participants will cover the following key areas:
- Introduction to map reading: Learn about different types of maps, understand key symbols, scales, and contour lines.
- Basic compass skills: Develop proficiency in using a compass for direction finding, taking accurate distance readings.
- Practical exercises: Apply acquired knowledge through hands-on navigational exercises.
- Planning: Learn how to plan a day in the hills with considerations to kit, nutrition, weather and route planning.
- Safety considerations: Understand essential safety measures and precautions to allow safe travel through the hills.
- We offer discounts for full group bookings. Please get in touch for full group bookings and bespoke sessions.
