HWUMC

Learn to Read or Get Lost!
Navigation Courses
September 2008

• Increase your confidence in finding your way on the hill

• Learn the skills of map reading and compass bearings

• Pick up handy hints and techniques to locate yourself on the hill in poor visibility

A one-day MCofS navigation course will give you a gentle introduction to the theory
followed by a practical session on the hill. Ratios are 1:6 and there are spaces for
12 people per course (the minimum age is 18 years). The courses aim to introduce or
refresh essential navigation skills. You will need to be equipped for a day out on the hill with food and drink, boots, gaiters, waterproof jacket and overtrousers, warm hat and gloves or mitts and a map case or clear poly bag. Maps and compasses will be provided.

The courses are based near Glasgow and Edinburgh. Pre-booking is essential.

The course costs £25 per person and the dates are as follows:-

September
Saturday 13th Edinburgh
Sunday 14th Edinburgh
Saturday 20th Glasgow
Sunday 21st Glasgow

More information is available on the MCofS website