
Practical Map and Compass Navigation
Sun 28th Jan 2024
Activity full but keep booking and more will be scheduled. A refresher/introduction to map and compass navigation in a practical setting. Walk several bounds in the open woodland of Callum Brae Nature Reserve, after you’ve worked out required directions and distances. The exercise was recently successfully road tested. You should come away with renewed navigation skills, or at least an understanding of what it all means if you use a digital navigation device. Prerequisites – know basic map reading (grid references, contours, etc.) and parts of a flatbed compass (direction of travel arrow, orienting lines and arrow, etc.). Brush up by reading Geoscience Australia’s Map Reading Guide here. This activity is designed for new/emerging walk leaders and any member or guest who’d like to try it. Around 7km and 4-5 hours. Activity repeated on subsequent dates for as long as new participants book.
(photo - first leg destination 'Big butt tree')
Additional Information
Booking deadline
Fri 26th Jan 2024 07:00pm
Length
Short
Terrain
Medium
Distance (km or hrs)
7km, 4-5hours
Ascent
<200vm
Map name
Canberra 1:25000 topo map, or ask for instructions to print your own map segment
Terrain information
Grassy tracks; easy walking in open woodland; one short section of scrubby, prickly shrubs in which to practise your best going
Transport information
drive yourself to the starting point, time and location advised after bookings close
A walk or similar activity with a duration of a day or part day. No overnight gear required.
Date and Time
Activity Owner

John-Evans
John Evans