Come and join an Open Navigation Course. This course is designed for people who want to learn how to read a map and to navigate through the mountains. I aim to increase your skills and confidence so you can get off the beaten track and explore some of the wilder areas of Snowdonia. You can choose whether you book onto just the first day of the course or complete the 2 days for the full learning experience..
Remember if there are a group of you wishing to book on a course but want to arrange a different date then I can run a private course for you - just give me an email on rory@snowdoniamountaineering.com
Course Dates:
March: 27 & 28
April: 24 & 25
May: 22 & 23
June: 19 & 20
October: 30 & 31
Prices
1 Day - £60 per person
2 Day - £115 per person
I offer discount on this price for large groups.
Day 1: We will look at the basic building blocks of navigation: symbols and scale, orientating the map, taking a description from the map, using a compass, contour interpretation, distance estimation - pacing and timing.
Day 2: We will apply the skills learnt on day one to a mountain route - you might find yourself navigating across the Glyder plateau in poor visibility!
What experience do I need? Some previous mountain walking experience is usefull but not essential.
What kit is required? Normal mountain walking gear - boots, waterproofs, warm clothing. You will also need a compass and 1:25000 map of Snowdonia. I will email you with a detailed kit list when you book on.
Who can join a navigation course? Anyone can join an open navigation course, however under 18's must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
What happens if the weather is bad? This is one course where it helps if the weather is bad - poor visibility only re-enforces the need for good navigation techniques and strategies!
