Gain valuable map and compass skills with Martin’s fun and engaging navigation course, to be able to plan your own walks and become a more confident hiker.
We will meet just outside the entrance to the Farm Park and then make our way to the tea room, where we can grab a coffee and spend about 45minutes learning a bit of theory about Maps. (please note we will be using an outside covered area – so wrap up warm).
Then we will head out into Norbury Park and look to put what you have learnt into practice including starting to learn some simple navigation tips which will help you to grow your confidence when out walking.
Skills we will look at will include: orientating the map, relating the map to the terrain, estimating time and distance when walking and navigating to find some simple locations.
Please come suitably dressed and prepared for an active outdoor session.
Bring your own/or borrow navigation equipment:
We will provide maps for the day but if you want to buy your own we will be using OS Explorer map 146 (Dorking, Box Hill & Reigate).
We will also bring along some compasses but if you have your own “Silva” type / navigation compass then please bring it along and we can teach you how to use it.
Refreshments & Facilities: Available at the start / finish at Bockets Farm
Parking is free at: Bockets Farm Park, Young Street, Fetcham, Leatherhead, Surrey. KT22 9BS. what3words address///often.device.voted
Meet: Farm entrance
Duration: Approx 3h
Participants: We need a minium of 3-4, max 8 (If you are interested in the course but cant make this date, please contact
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Dogs are not advised as you will have your hands full with map & compass.
Hiking & Navigation Guide: Martin David, Mountain leader and North Downs Way Ambassador (Contact in emergency 07563 552246)
Martin is an experienced walking, mountain and expedition leader who splits his time between the South of England, the Welsh Mountains and Overseas trips.
He is a qualified National Navigation Award Scheme Trainer.
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