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Mountain Navigation Starter And Improver, Map Reading in Ireland

You want to learn some mountain navigation right?

Take a one or two day course. Learn mountain navigation using a map and compass. The one day ‘Starter‘ course introduces the fundamental map reading skills required for personal proficiency. The two day ‘Improver‘ course introduces more challenging navigation concepts such as poor visibility/night navigation. So improve your skills join me on a course and have lots of laughs doing it.
I supply a map and compass for each participant.

  • No Schemes to sign on to.
  • No extra scheme fees.
  • No registration process.
  • No hassle.
  • No need to be a member of any organisation.
  • Learn to navigate without admin and paperwork of other schemes.
  • You just want to learn to navigate right? These courses are for you.
  • Map & Compass Supplied

Using a map is easy once you learn some fundamental skills and give your self the time to practise them in a structured way. A Mountain Navigation Course gives you the opportunity to read maps, navigate and test your map reading skills in a safe structured course. The courses provide practical knowledge in the fundamental skills of navigation and map reading that make you independent in the Irish mountains. I can schedule a course for you and your group any day of the week.

Mountain Navigation Starter is ideal for beginners or those that want to refresh their navigation skills. 
Read more about my Mountain Navigation Starter course below

‘Mountain Navigation Improver’ will suit someone who has attended ‘Mountain Navigation Starter’ or has prior map reading experience. Compass, bearings and poor visibility/night navigation are covered. Read more about Mountain Navigation Improver below

Mountain Navigation
Mountain Navigation in Ireland

Mountain Navigation Starter

Just Navigation. No Extra Registration Fee. Hassle Free

This one day mountain navigation course provides an introduction to map reading and navigation in Irish mountains. We cover the fundamentals of how to navigate with a map and compass. Mountain safety, navigation techniques and mountain hazards are part of the course. Fundamental skills and techniques are covered. I emphasise enjoying your time outdoors and getting as much time outside as possible. There is no camping or night navigation required on this course.

Mountain Navigation Starter covers some of this content
  • Maps
  • Mountain hazards
  • Map contours
  • Equipment
  • Pacing
  • Access to mountains
  • Timing
  • Route planning
  • Grid references
  • Emergency procedures
Course Cost
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  • No Schemes to sign on to.
  • No extra scheme fees.
  • No registration process.
  • No hassle.
  • No need to be a member of any organisation.
  • Learn to navigate without admin and paperwork of other schemes.
  • You just want to learn to navigate right? These courses are for you.

The Next Step: Mountain Navigation Improver Read more about Mountain Navigation Improver below.

Lunch in the Galtees
It’s Not All Hard Work

Mountain Navigation Improver

Just Navigation. No Extra Registration Fee. Hassle Free

This two day mountain navigation course builds on the experience and skills learned on Mountain Navigation Starter.  This course can be adapted to suit your time requirements. Map reading, using a compass, taking and walking on a bearing and a poor visibility/night navigation are included in the navigation course. Participants get the opportunity to work as a team and as individuals to lead navigation legs. You will learn how to read maps in daytime and limited visibility, usually night time. Mountain features and contours are covered in more detail. The skills required to plan  and choose an appropriate route are taught including steep ground and general hazard avoidance. There is a poor visibility/night navigation section to this course. There is no camping required on this course.

Mountain Navigation Improver covers some of this content
  • Walking on a bearing
  • Navigation techniques
  • Emergency procedures
  • Contouring
  • Avoiding injuries
Course Cost
  • €140.00 per person
  • Duration, 2 Days-
  • One day version available
  • Min Age 10yrs.
  • Max Ration 1:8
  • Group discount for 6 or more
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  • Flexible Format
  • No Schemes to sign on to.
  • No extra scheme fees.
  • No registration process.
  • No hassle.
  • No need to be a member of any organisation.
  • Learn to navigate without admin and paperwork of other schemes.
  • You just want to learn to navigate right? These courses are for you.
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