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Introduction to Navigation – 1 Day Course in the Yorkshire Dales
Learn to Navigate with Confidence
Join Jonathan in the Yorkshire Dales for a practical, one-day Introduction to Navigation course. Whether you’ve always followed others or are looking to refresh your map-reading and compass skills, this course will give you the confidence to explore the outdoors independently and safely.
Ideal for beginners or those returning to navigation after some time away, the day combines clear instruction with hands-on learning in the field.
What You’ll Learn:
How to read and interpret Ordnance Survey maps
Understanding public rights of way and access
Route planning, including distance and timing
How to use a compass and take bearings
Navigating using landscape features
Strategies for relocating when things go wrong
Who It’s For:
Individuals new to map and compass navigation
Walkers who’ve always relied on others to lead
Anyone looking to improve their confidence in the hills
Ideal refresher for those who haven’t used their navigation skills for a while
What to Bring:
Outdoor clothing suitable for a full day in the hills
Sturdy footwear and waterproofs
Packed lunch and water
Jonathan will provide maps and compasses for the day.
This is a friendly, informative, and highly practical course run by an experienced instructor. You’ll leave with real skills you can use on your next adventure.
Join Jonathan in the Yorkshire Dales for a practical, one-day Introduction to Navigation course. Whether you’ve always followed others or are looking to refresh your map-reading and compass skills, this course will give you the confidence to explore the outdoors independently and safely.
Ideal for beginners or those returning to navigation after some time away, the day combines clear instruction with hands-on learning in the field.
What You’ll Learn:
How to read and interpret Ordnance Survey maps
Understanding public rights of way and access
Route planning, including distance and timing
How to use a compass and take bearings
Navigating using landscape features
Strategies for relocating when things go wrong
Who It’s For:
Individuals new to map and compass navigation
Walkers who’ve always relied on others to lead
Anyone looking to improve their confidence in the hills
Ideal refresher for those who haven’t used their navigation skills for a while
What to Bring:
Outdoor clothing suitable for a full day in the hills
Sturdy footwear and waterproofs
Packed lunch and water
Jonathan will provide maps and compasses for the day.
This is a friendly, informative, and highly practical course run by an experienced instructor. You’ll leave with real skills you can use on your next adventure.
Sunday 12 October
Post Office, 1 Greenbank Ter, Long Preston, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 4NA
£7009.30am
With Jonathan Smith
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