This workshop has been set up by Rick Shearer - One of BAIMLs Full members.

If you have any questions please direct these to Rickwho shall be able to advise you further.

Workshop or Session Description: An advanced GPS training course for international mountain leaders who own a GPS and have some experience using it but would like to develop their skills to use the GPS as their principal navigation device. It is ideal for someone who has already completed a basic GPS course or for an up-tempo technology and techniques update.

The course focuses on outdoor navigation using the map and compass built-in to modern Garmin devices and includes an introduction to the complex world of digital mapping. It examines the latest technology and how this can be deployed to transform outdoor navigation. It comprises classroom sessions and extensive practical exercises indoors and outside. It also covers material in more depth and at a faster pace than the basic course with unique advanced practical advice, and the pros and cons of using a smart-device instead of a dedicated GPS unit. Included is the hire of a modern Garmin GPS unit for the day (but participants are encouraged to use their own GPS if it is suitable), together with high-quality colour illustrated course notes to take away.

Venue:  It is based at the Hollowford Centre in the Hope valley close to Castleton, an easily accessible location set in relatively easy terrain and minutes away from steeper terrain to practice mountain GPS techniques.  It also has ample parking and plenty of local accommodation possibilities.

Further info: Details will be provided by e-mail after booking. Hot drinks are available at the Village Hall, but participants should bring a picnic lunch and be prepared with clothing to be outdoors in any weather.

Initially, the course is only open to BAIML members (including aspirants) and there is a maximum of 8 participants, so there is plenty of opportunity for personal mentoring and tuition. If it is undersubscribed, it will be opened to AMI and MTA members as well. The course qualifies for one-point core CPD which is valid for BAIML, AMI and MTA.

Book at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/rick-shearer-14963140889  Other payment methods are possible; contact me for further details.

Course location: 54.606316, -2.755401

rick.shearer@outlook.com  

CPD Points accredited to Full Members only:

BAIML: 1.00 Core

MTA: 1.00

AMI: 1.00 *awaiting accreditation

BMG: 1.00

Start

01/09/2019 10:00

End

01/09/2019 16:30

Maximum Bookings

8

Bookings

7

Venue

Hollowford Centre

Town

Hope Valley

County

Derbyshire

Postcode

S33 8WB

Country

United Kingdom

Latitude

53.35853

Longitude

-1.77585

Name

BAIML

Phone

01690 720272

Email