James Thacker Mountaineering offers the following Mountain Navigation Courses.

Mountain Navigation:

Our Mountain Navigation course is intended as either an introduction or refresher in the use of a map and compass. Based in the Peak District the aim is to include as much practical navigation training in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Learning Objectives: Micro navigation, macro navigation, navigation suitable for conditions, orientating the map, timing, pacing, contour interpretation and building confidence.

Duration: 1 day Ratio: 1:2 minimum Location: Peak District Price: £60 per person

Mountain Night Navigation:

This course aims to equip confident navigators with the skills to operate in the dark or exceptionally bad visibility. Based in the Peak District over one long evening this includes similar aspects to those in 'Mountain Navigation' above.

Learning Objectives: Micro navigation, macro navigation, navigation suitable for conditions, orientating the map, timing, pacing, contour interpretation and building confidence.

Duration: 1 Evening/night Ratio: 1:2 minimum Location: Peak District Price: £50 per person

See also >Scrambling & Hill Walking

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