Ever got lost on a mountain? Do you end up in groups where the blind lead the blind? Not got the confidence to politely point out someone else’s navigation is flaky? Can you make quick navigation decisions, and act on them, in a biting wind and snow? Use a GPS but have no idea what to do when the batteries run out? Can’t read a map anyway? Is it time to consider coming on our annual navigation practice weekend?
Based at Fronwydyr, and run by members, we’ll learn how to get the best out of a map, plan a route, and get around on the hill. Hopefully the weather will be rubbish, and failing that it’ll certainly be dark before we’re finished. Aimed at both the inexperienced learner, and the overconfident hardened mountaineer.
Weekend includes daytime practice in groups and pairs, night navigation with possible hill-top views of fireworks on Anglesey, more fireworks back at the hut, and a Sunday navigation-led quiz on the slopes of Y Garn. Drop me a line and I’ll tell you what you’re letting yourself in for.
Optional map session over a pint in a London pub on Monday 29 October.
Payment Required!
One of the following payments is required for this meet at the time of booking.
Deposit to discourage speculative bookings. Will be used to part-fund fireworks, food etc. £15.00