A brand new night navigation session for anyone who wants to gain some skills and confidence in using a map after dark, as we head into those shorter days.
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.
It wouldn’t be an AKM course without a few survival skills thrown in, so we’ll also look at techniques that you can use to signal for help at night.
Visibility is obviously much more limited compared to a daytime course - so this is the perfect way to really focus on some of the core navigation skills in a safe environment. Aside from that, it’s just a really fun course and it transforms the park - even if you know it well in the daytime.
We have even had couples on the course as an alternative date night!
Location: Pollok Country Park, Southside, Glasgow
Duration: This is a 3 hour course starting at 7pm
Age: 16+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Course Size: Limited to 8 participants
Orientating the map
Recognising key map symbols
Ticking off features along your route
Grid references
Quick bearings
When and how to signal for rescue*
*based on direct feedback from helicopter search and rescue personnel
Headtorch with fresh batteries, season-appropriate clothing, rain gear, sturdy footwear, a warm drink and a snack (optional, but advised!)
Maps and compasses are provided for use during the course.
A brand new night navigation session for anyone who wants to gain some skills and confidence in using a map after dark, as we head into those shorter days.
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.
It wouldn’t be an AKM course without a few survival skills thrown in, so we’ll also look at techniques that you can use to signal for help at night.
Visibility is obviously much more limited compared to a daytime course - so this is the perfect way to really focus on some of the core navigation skills in a safe environment. Aside from that, it’s just a really fun course and it transforms the park - even if you know it well in the daytime.
We have even had couples on the course as an alternative date night!
Location: Pollok Country Park, Southside, Glasgow
Duration: This is a 3 hour course starting at 7pm
Age: 16+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Course Size: Limited to 8 participants
Orientating the map
Recognising key map symbols
Ticking off features along your route
Grid references
Quick bearings
When and how to signal for rescue*
*based on direct feedback from helicopter search and rescue personnel
Headtorch with fresh batteries, season-appropriate clothing, rain gear, sturdy footwear, a warm drink and a snack (optional, but advised!)
Maps and compasses are provided for use during the course.
