Novice to ninja navigator

Service Description

Take your navigation skills from absolute basics to confident night navigation in just two days! This intensive course is designed to give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to navigate safely and accurately in all conditions—day or night, clear or poor visibility. Course Breakdown: ✅ Day 1: Foundations of Navigation Understanding maps: symbols, contours, and scales. Using a compass for bearings and direction. Measuring distance: pacing, timing, and estimating travel speed. Planning routes and navigating in open terrain. Introduction to relocation strategies—what to do if you get lost. ✅ Day 2: Advanced Navigation & Night Navigation Precision navigation using micro-navigation techniques. Navigating in poor visibility (mist, rain, and night-time). Advanced compass work and featureless terrain navigation. Real-world scenarios: confidence-building through problem-solving. A practical night navigation exercise to put your skills to the test! Who’s It For? This course is ideal for anyone wanting to develop strong, independent navigation skills, from beginners to experienced hillwalkers looking to refine their abilities. Whether you're preparing for solo adventures, winter navigation, or Mountain Leader training, this course will take you to the next level. Why Choose This Course? 🏔 Expert instruction from experienced mountain leaders. 🧭 Hands-on, practical learning in real-world conditions. 🌙 Night navigation practice to build real confidence. 📍 Small group sizes for personalised coaching. By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills to navigate confidently—whatever the terrain, whatever the conditions, day or night!