45192051_10156589951235390_6755618385603592192_n

45306729_10156594187015390_7549763542350561280_n

1-Day Navigation Course: Advanced Level

If you want to ensure your navigation is up to task in the most challenging of terrain then the 1-day advanced navigation course is exactly what you need! You will become adept at deciding on the most appropriate navigational strategies for the situation at hand, taking into account factors such as the changing weather.

We provide the tools and experience, all you need to bring is enthusiasm (and maybe some sturdy shoes!)

*Find a Friend! Book two spaces on this course at the same time, and save 10% (discount automatically applied at the checkout)*

Description
Reviews (0)

Description

We like to keep our courses numbers low so that you get more personalized training and a better experience. On our 1-Day Advanced Navigation course you will learning to:

Use contours and fine detail as a prime method of navigation
Accurately track current location
Relocate using back bearings and aspect of slope
Select appropriate navigation strategies for the situation, including considerations for the weather and potential emergency situations
Recognise navigational errors and apply appropriate relocation techniques

Important Notes: Included in the price is Tea & Coffee throughout the day, but you’ll need to bring your own lunch. The afternoon will be predominantly outside (weather permitting), so please bring appropriate clothing for the weather.

At advanced level, we provide all resources for the session except maps. Exact requirements for maps (1x Ordnance Survey Landranger and 1x Ordnance Survey Explorer) will be sent out alongside the information forms. Although we can provide compasses, it is strongly recommended that participants bring their own for familiarity.

View Recommended Kit List

Request Additional Information

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Be the first to review “1-Day Navigation Course: Advanced Level”

Company Information

e: info@mapology.co.uk

t: 07598 165 671

a: 99 Gracemount Drive | Edinburgh | EH16 6RQ

Please Note: Mapology is a trading name for Sion Pickering.

Read our Privacy Statement

Introduction to Navigation: Evening Short Course
Rated 5 out of 5
by Jenny

Latest News

282 Munro’s and counting

Gift Cards Now Available!

Bothy: word of the week!

Upcoming Courses
Introduction to Navigation: Evening Short Course
Rated 5.00 out of 5
£20.00

1-Day Navigation Course: Beginner Level
Rated 4.80 out of 5
£50.00

Night Navigation

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Join our Mailing List!

Hestia | Powered by WordPress

NNAS Silver Syllabus Content

The NNAS Silver Award includes the following elements:

Utilise the skills and techniques of the Bronze Award in the context of Silver Award navigation strategies.

Relate small hills, small valleys, prominent re-entrants and prominent spurs to their corresponding map contours. Use prominent hills, ridges, spurs and valleys as a means of navigation in good visibility.

Use landforms and point features to orientate the map and as collecting and catching features.

Use a compass to: Accurately follow a bearing; aim off; check the direction of handrails and other linear features.

Deviate briefly from a compass bearing to avoid obstacles or difficult terrain and accurately regain the original line.

Use back bearings to check route following accuracy.

Measure distance on the ground in varied, open terrain using timing and pacing and make practical allowances for any discrepancies.

Simplify legs using coarse navigation, attack points and fine navigation.

Recognise dangerous or difficult terrain on map and ground.

Plan and implement navigational strategies based on the above skills.

Maintain route finding accuracy in poor visibility or darkness.

Recognise a navigation error within a few minutes and apply appropriate relocation techniques.

Understand how personal fitness and nature of terrain affect route choice both at the planning stage and on the ground.

Understand the potential consequences of fatigue and physical discomfort in demanding terrain and/or extreme weather conditions.

Select appropriate clothing, equipment and first aid items for walking in open country in all weather conditions.

Demonstrate an understanding of the Countryside Code, current access legislation and the environmental impact of walkers on the countryside.

Understand the responsibilities of walkers towards other countryside interests such as farming, forestry and conservation.

NNAS Bronze Syllabus Content

The NNAS Bronze Award includes the following elements:

Navigate using a variety of maps and scales.

Use 4 and 6 figure grid references with worded descriptions to define the position of a map feature and to locate a feature on the ground.

Orientate the map using handrails, obvious point features and major landforms.

Use linear features (e.g. paths, tracks, clear boundaries) as handrails in simple navigation exercises.

Relate prominent landforms such as large hills and valleys to corresponding contour information on the map.

Orientate the map by aligning a compass needle against grid north and be aware that magnetic variation causes an inaccuracy.

Use an orientated map to confirm direction of travel.

Use clearly identifiable features to confirm position along the route and to recognise when the target has been overshot.

Measure horizontal distance on the map and estimate distance on the ground using timing, pacing and simple visual judgements e.g.100m.

Plan and implement simple routes and navigation strategies based on the above skills.

Recognise a navigation error within a few minutes and apply simple relocation techniques using handrails and prominent features.

Demonstrate an awareness of local and national access issues, access legislation, personal responsibilities and the Countryside Code.

Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of walking equipment, safety equipment and emergency procedures.

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Please select whether you are happy for us to use your data in this way. Please read our Privacy Statement for additional information.OK No, please do not use cookies on this occasion Read Our Privacy Statement