Map and compass training courses
EVERYONE learns to use a map and compass
Begiginners will learn how to use a map and compass
Introduction to map reading
Short - AM, PM and evening courses for beginners
Learn the essential skills to use a map and compass together
Learn the essentials of navigating - map, compass, easy to find features, map measurement and timing to check your position on the ground.
Learn how to use a map and compass with some easy to identify features to start navigating your own routes
3/3.5 hours making it ideal for an AM, PM or summer evening
Ideal for one to one, one to two, couples, families and groups. Midweek courses dates and navigation training tailored to suit you.
All weather fun - New Forest courses takes place mostly on surfaced tracks and paths that are usable all year. Other locations make use better surfaced rights of way and route adjustments may be made if it is very wet. Some courses take place in the wet and muddy 'season' so wear decent boots, warm cloths, extra layers and come to enjoy the course at any time of the year.
Introduction to map reading courses is an ideal group activity for families or as 'special' occasion gift!
Course joining details are sent a couple of weeks before the course start date. Most courses will start in the New Forest, Cranbourne Chase and Martin area with some public transport friendly options.
All map reading equipment is provided - Proper maps and quality compasses are provided for the course. You just need to bring food, drink and yourself!
Introduction to map reading
Learn the essentials of using a map and compass on this half day course in central New Forest. Course suitable for complete beginners that want to start planning and walking their own routes on tracks and paths. All equipment provided - just bring yourselves, snacks and water.
Thursday 8 August - AM group course Course starts at 09:30 until around 13:00 - all maps and compasses provided
Thursday 8 August - PM - available for hire for bespoke/private course Course starts at around 15:30 until around 17:00
Friday 9 August - AM group course Course starts at 09:30 until around 13:00 - all maps and compasses provided
Friday 9 August - PM - available for hire for bespoke/private course Course starts at around 15:30 until around 17:00
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Group introduction to map reading courses are suitable for families accompanying children and young people over 12/13 years old.
Contact Nigel to arrange introduction to map reading courses for small groups, couples or one to one
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Next few courses you can book TODAY....
- 8 August Email me
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Bespoke day/s available - Introduction to map reading
3.5 hour short course - suitable for complete beginners that want to learn how to use a map and compass
Ideal for small groups and families
All maps and compasses provided - just bring yourselves!
Start location: Anderwood car park near Brockenhurst/Burley
Full joining details will be sent a couple of weeks before the course
- 9 August Email me
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Bespoke day/s available - Introduction to map reading
3.5 hour short course - suitable for complete beginners that want to learn how to use a map and compass
Ideal for small groups and families
All maps and compasses provided - just bring yourselves!
Start location: Anderwood car park near Brockenhurst/Burley
Full joining details will be sent a couple of weeks before the course
Map reading course gift vouchers
Valid for 6 months* and can be purchased for any navigation course. Emailed to purchaser within 72 hours. Recipiant books as normal when they find a date that suits.
Navigation courses - Learn how to use a map and compass
New Forest Navigation map reading courses start from car parks and villages within the New Forest National Park. Courses also start in Cranbourne Chase, South Downs, Dorset, Wilstshire and Hampshire. The New Forest is located in south Hampshire, South East England. It is easily accessible from the surrounding counties of Dorset, Wiltshire, Surrey, Sussex and London. No need to travel to Snowdnia or Peak District with the New Forest on your door step! Course start locations are reached easily from all New Forest villages and towns, which all have a huge range of accommodation options; Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst, Lymington, Christchurch, Fordingbridge, Ringwood, Burley, Sway and further afield at Bournemouth, Southampton and Salisbury.
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