Navigation Course
Introduction to Map & Compass
A map & compass are part of the 10 Essentials, but if you don't know how to use them then they're just extra weight in your backpack! Learn the basics in this workshop.
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers course.
Contacts
- Rolling Enrollment: Sun, Dec 9, 2018 - Tue, Dec 31, 2030
- Committee: Seattle Navigation Committee
- Members: $40.00 Guests: $55.00
- Availability: 5 (233 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
topics include
- Reading topographic maps and identifying important features
- Understanding a bearing
- Measuring and plotting bearings on a map
- Measuring and plotting bearings in the field
- Understanding declination
- Features to consider when buying a compass
- Other topics as time permits
Choose only one Activity from the list below.
Please note that this workshop is not the Wilderness Navigation Course and does not satisfy the navigation requirement for the Snowshoe, Scrambling, and Climbing courses.This course serves as an introduction to reading a map and using a compass, primarily for "On-Trail" travel. It's a great introduction to this equipment and these skills. If you already understand the basics and are interested in further expanding and refining these skills, search for our "Wilderness Navigation Course."
| Course Activity | Date | Availability | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Map & Compass | |||
| Online Classroom |
Mon, Aug 10, 2020
Registration closes Aug 8
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2
participants
0 instructors
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| Online Classroom |
Wed, Sep 2, 2020
Registration closes Aug 31
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6
participants
1 instructor
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We provide maps and compasses to use within the workshop, and provide information to help you purchase your own after the course. We recommend that you bring pencil, paper, a headlamp or hand-light, and appropriate clothing to go outside for about 30 minutes.
You must register for this course to see course materials.