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A brand new map reading session designed for anyone that wants to start using a map and compass on their walks, and rely less on a phone.
It’s based in Pollok Country Park which allows us to focus on learning in a safe and controlled environment, to make it easy to attend on public transport and without having to rely on perfect weather conditions.
Chosen for the surprising amount of details and terrain features, the park is the perfect place to really focus on some of the core map reading skills in a safe environment.
Price: £30 Per Person
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Pollok Country Park, Southside, Glasgow
Age: 16+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Setting the map to the ground using a compass
How to recognise some of the key map symbols
Ticking off features along your route to stay located
Grid references
Quick bearings for confident direction finding
When and how to signal for rescue*
*based on direct feedback from helicopter search and rescue personnel
Suitable outdoor clothing, warm layers and a waterproof jacket.
Footwear suitable for wet conditions (e.g. hiking boots or waterproof trail shoes)
A warm drink and a snack (optional, but advised!)
Maps and compasses are provided for use during the course.
A brand new map reading session designed for anyone that wants to start using a map and compass on their walks, and rely less on a phone.
It’s based in Pollok Country Park which allows us to focus on learning in a safe and controlled environment, to make it easy to attend on public transport and without having to rely on perfect weather conditions.
Chosen for the surprising amount of details and terrain features, the park is the perfect place to really focus on some of the core map reading skills in a safe environment.
Price: £30 Per Person
Start Time: 10.00am
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Pollok Country Park, Southside, Glasgow
Age: 16+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Setting the map to the ground using a compass
How to recognise some of the key map symbols
Ticking off features along your route to stay located
Grid references
Quick bearings for confident direction finding
When and how to signal for rescue*
*based on direct feedback from helicopter search and rescue personnel
Suitable outdoor clothing, warm layers and a waterproof jacket.
Footwear suitable for wet conditions (e.g. hiking boots or waterproof trail shoes)
A warm drink and a snack (optional, but advised!)
Maps and compasses are provided for use during the course.