On this two-day course, you will consolidate what you’ve learned on the Beginner’s course and take your skills to the next level. This course will take place on more challenging terrain, using a combination of recognised paths and bridleways as well as walking off the path on uneven and rocky terrain
Course Objectives
- Recognise and understand land features and forms to use as navigational aids
- How to plan and use more complex navigational strategies
- How to recognise and correct navigational errors
- Using the compass to measure distance
- How to take bearings with a compass
- How to use pacing and timing over open terrain
- Understand the basics of route finding in poor visibility or darkness
- Learn and understand navigational techniques including hand-railing, aiming off and attack points
- You will learn about personal kit and equipment to carry in more remote areas
- Using weather forecasts to plan ahead
- Understand and have an awareness of local and national access issues or legislation
Equipment
- Boots and/or appropriate footwear for rocky and uneven terrain
- Spare layers, hats & gloves
- Waterproof jacket and trousers
- Map and compass (can be provided if required)
- Personal First Aid kit
- Food, snacks, and enough water for the day
- Head-torch
Location and the exact meeting point will be decided closer to the date. All courses and route choice are dependent on weather conditions.
