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Intro to Navigation

Introduction to navigation - £50 per person
10am - 4pm approx
Campsie fells
                                                                                                                                                                                                             Do you wish you had the confidence to head out for a day hill walking, happy in your map reading and navigation abilities? This one day course will help you learn the basic but fundamental first steps to using a map and compass.
                                                                                                                                                                                                      This one day course will cover -
Using different map scales
The Three Norths
contours and features
6 figure grid reference
Grid reference to relocate
Bearings, pacing and timing
measuring distance on map
using a compass

Maps of the area are provided by the instructor. You will need to bring your own compass or you can hire one - please state upon booking
( silva 4 recommend ). Please come dressed for a day in the hills and bring any food and drink along with you.                                                                                                                                                                                           Meeting location and kit list will be provided when booking.
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18 May