The workshop will cover…

 What is GPS and how does it work.
 Using Outdoor Active and OS apps (deep dive into Outdoor Active).
 Navigation and Wayfinding techniques.
 Planning a route.
 Following a route.
 Using a GPS to compliment your map and compass.
 Grid references and location sharing.
 Introduction to dedicated devices and wearables.

Please bring usual outdoor kit, a packed lunch and flask/drink, pen and paper, smartphone and a GPS device if you own one. It will be possible to borrow one.

The workshop will be delivered by Chris Newton-Goverd. Chris has over 25 years experience working & teaching in the mountains and has specialised in the modern use of GPS devices and technology. Chris lived and worked in Spain for 20 years where local mapping was less reliable and GPS was a vital part of safe navigation. Chris holds the IML, WML and MCI awards.

Please contact Chris directly to book a place on the workshop on info@ngmountaineering.com.

Upon completion, please allow 2 weeks for this workshop to be automatically added to your CPD record on CMS. You do not need to add it manually yourself. 

Start

04/11/2023 09:00

End

04/11/2023 16:30

Total Days

1

Maximum Bookings

6

Bookings

4

Venue

Charterhouse Outdoor Centre - Mendip Hills

Town

Blagdon

County

Somerset

Postcode

BS40 7XR

Country

United Kingdom

Latitude

51.29833

Longitude

-2.71588

Name

BAIML

Phone

07496731479

Website

Email