Map & Compass Course
Venue: – Greenock Cut Visitor Centre and a Hill to be decided.
Day 1 AM: – Classroom based
PM: – On the hill
Day 2 – On a hill
Maximum of 10 people
Aim
To provide a basic introduction to map reading and navigation skills. Following the classroom session on the first day a route plan for the mountain day will be discussed and a suitable venue decided upon to meet on day 2. Common mountains used are Ben Lomond, The cobbler and Ben Ime. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Maps and compasses will be provided on the day.
More information on Hill walking can be found at
www.mountaineering-scotland.org.uk/links.html
More information on our courses can be found at
www.clydemuirshiel.co.uk/
You will need
· Warm layers of clothing (no jeans)
· Windproof / waterproof jacket, trousers
· Walking boots/solid footwear (no wellies or fashion shoes)
· Hat, gloves.
· Midge repellent/suncream, sun hat
· Full change of clothing for unpredictable Scottish weather
· Lunch & snack food
· Flask (optional)
