This walk follows on from the navigation skills acquired on the ‘Navigation for Novices’.  

This navigation skills day is aimed at both walkers and off-road runners who want to navigate to features and places some distance from paths and tracks. It teaches accurate compass work and how to select suitable navigational techniques to cross open moorland and involves periods where you’ll be navigating away from paths. 

The course will consist of 2 parts. We will have a short map refresher session in Edale (exact location TBC) before heading out and putting theory into practice using the surrounding paths, tracks and moorland. 

Please bring your own map and compass (OS Explorer OL1 1:25,000 The Peak District Dark Peak Area). WildWays will bring a few spares if you forget or if the Dark Peak is not your primary outdoor activity area. 

Level: For individuals who know basic map and compass skills but would like to explore further off-path in moorland areas. 

Why choose this navigation skills walk? 

• It’s a safe environment for you to practise your new skills 
• It’ll be fun and stress free 
• You’ll come away feeling more confident and ready to practise your new skills. 

Aims: 

• To make you more confident navigating paths and tracks, as well as short distances away from them. 

• To allow you to devise and follow your own walking/ running routes. 

Content: 

Throughout the day we’ll aim to cover the following skills or techniques: 

• Accurate compass work 
• Pacing 
• Negotiating difficult terrain 
• Strategic decision making 
• Responsibilities, safety 
• Equipment selection 

Course Ratio: 

There will be a maximum ratio of  1 walking guide to 5 participants. This enables WildWays to tailor the course to your ability so that you can develop your skills swiftly and safely. 

Fees:  

• £35 per person