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Understanding pacing as a key navigational aid
Glenmore Lodge Head of Training Nigel Williams talks through the key navigational skill of pacing, understanding how many paces it takes you to cover distance on the ground.
Setting the map using the compass
Scottish Orienteering Development Officer Hilary Quick demonstrates how to set your map using a compass (in this case and orienteering thumb compass).
Keeping the map set on the move
Scottish Orienteering Development Officer Hilary Quick demonstrates how to keep the map set while on the move.
Setting your map to the ground
Glenmore Lodge Head of Training Nigel Williams talks through the key orienteering and navigation skill of setting the map to the ground.
The different parts of a compass
Glenmore Lodge Head of Training Nigel Williams explains the different parts of a compass and what they are used for.
Choosing the right compass
Glenmore Lodge Head of Training Nigel Williams explains the differences between the wide variety of compasses on the market.
New expedition module for walking leaders
Mountain Training UK have added a new nationally recognised Expedition Skills module to their Lowland Leader and Hill and Moorland Leader outdoor courses. The optional two-day module, targeted at walking leaders who want to extend their training to involve multi-day expeditions, will include wild and valley camping, remote supervision, teaching navigation and overnight expeditions. Combining training and assessment the course …
Arc'teryx Alpine Academy 2014
The Arc’teryx Alpine Arc’ademy will return to the French Alps this summer, giving novice and experienced alpinists alike the chance to learn new skills in and around home of alpine sports. Based at the Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix, the three day event will run from 13 – 15 June, with multiple outdoor workshops and seminars on offer for all …
ViewRanger app voted ‘Best of 2013’
Outdoor GPS and mapping application ViewRanger has been selected by Google as one of the Best Apps of 2013. Designed for outdoor exploration, the offline mapping and navigation software features a guided trail service, GPS mapped location without the need for mobile signal, track recording, sports computer stats, real time location sharing and can be used with a web account …