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This 2-day training event involves some theoretical knowledge but mainly practical experience in a variety of locations set within the beautiful Brecon Beacons.The Gold Navigator Award builds on the skills acquired at the Bronze and Silver levels and adds techniques and skills for dealing with complex contour features both large and small.
You will be guided by a fully qualified NNAS Tutor who is also Gold qualified and a qualified Mountain Leader.
The Gold Navigator Award builds on the skills acquired at the Bronze and Silver levels and adds techniques and skills for dealing with complex contour features both large and small.
The syllabus:
* Utilise the skills and techniques of the Bronze and Silver Awards in the context of Gold National Navigation Award navigation strategies.
* Utilise contours and fine detail as the prime method of navigation.
* Accurately: Follow a route, judge distance, check progress against time, use relevant compass skills and maintain continuous map contact.
* Use back bearings and transits to confirm the current position.
* Use aspect of slope as an aid to relocation.
* Select appropriate techniques within an overall navigation strategy.
* Navigate in intricate terrain in reduced visibility i.e., mist or darkness.
* Select an appropriate, safe route in relation to height gain and loss, dangerous terrain and other major hazards.
* Assess the route ahead in the field in relation to prevailing conditions or changing circumstances (e.g., weather, time, daylight, ability/fitness) and re-plan the route appropriately if necessary.
* Shorten a route, use an escape route and know emergency procedures.
* Recognise the occurrence of a navigational error within a few minutes and apply appropriate relocation techniques.
* Select appropriate clothing, equipment and first aid for walking in remote areas in all weather conditions.
* Understand the physical demands created by hill and moorland terrain in all weather conditions.
* Understand the effects of cold, heat, fatigue and discomfort on decision making and execution of a selected route.
COST: £160.00 with 50% deposit required at time of booking.
For more information or to answer any of your questions regarding the event, send a direct message or email [email protected]
OR
Simply complete the booking form at
www.freedom-days.co.uk/navigation-training
to reserve your place.
It is important that you please read our Terms and Conditions on the booking form prior to making your booking.
Please note that there will be a maximum of 6 people per event and bookings will be taken on a first come first served basis.
Thank you.
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Brecon Beacons, Brecon, United Kingdom
