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Beyond the Edge - Intermediate Navigation

Learning from expert instructors, you will boost your confidence and gain the skills to cope when the mist descends, darkness falls or, just maybe, you are a little bit lost!




About Beyond the Edge - Intermediate Navigation

You know the basics and now you will learn how to navigate when away from paths and tracks.

Learning from expert instructors, you will boost your confidence and gain the skills to cope when the mist descends, darkness falls or, just maybe, you are a little bit lost!

£175 per person or from £265 for a group

Intermediate Navigation – Course Format

The days are flexible to suit the prevailing weather conditions. We start both days at 9am with a short chat over a cuppa before heading out. During the two days we will cover:

  • Navigational Strategies
  • Maps. Types, scales and Grid references
  • Orientating the map
  • Measuring distances
  • Detailed Contour Interpretation
  • Compasses. Different types and how to use them.
  • Navigating away from paths and tracks
  • Advanced compass work
  • Accurately measuring distance on undulating terrain
  • Relocating when geographically challenged
  • Navigational strategies for reduced visibility (night, fog etc)
  • Technology – GPS, mobile phones & altimeters

We aim to finish at about 16:30 on Day 1 and 16:00ish on Day 2.

Find out more at: beyondtheedge.co.uk

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