‘Taster’ Three hour Introductory Map Reading Course in The Peak District.

‘Taster’ Three hour Introductory Map Reading Course in The Peak District.

The Right on Course ‘Taster’ is aimed at those new to exploring the countryside and want to build confidence employing some map reading techniques.  After a brief safety chat about hiking equipment and route planning we’ll head out on a journey of countryside exploration during which you’ll learn how to use a map to know where you are. You’ll have the opportunity to ask Steve any other questions you have about exploring the British Countryside.

Starting at 9:00am prompt and finishes around 12:30pm in time for lunch somewhere pretty. The course will go ahead in all weathers, please come prepared and wear suitable hiking boots, waterproofs, warm layers, a drink and a packed lunch.

The Learning Outcomes for the course are:

1. Understand the nature of a map as a two dimensional plan.
2. Understand how to use map symbols and scales, on a variety of maps.
3. Orientate the map with a compass.
4. Use the orientated map to indicate direction of travel.
5. Use linear features (e.g. paths and tracks) as handrails in simple navigation exercises.
6. Estimate distance on both map and ground.
7. Plan a safe, suitable walk.
8. Understand access rights and responsibilities.
9. Demonstrate an awareness of local and national access issues and access legislation.
10. Demonstrate knowledge of the Countryside Code, and of procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency.