NNAS Bronze Navigator Award
2 day course
Available spots
Service Description
The Bronze National Navigation Award is a practical hands-on award. It is aimed at people with no navigation experience whether you are new to the outdoors or have been relying on others, guidebooks or easy well-defined routes. The syllabus... Navigate using a variety of maps and scales. Use 4 and 6 figure grid references with worded descriptions to define the position of a map feature and to locate a feature on the ground. Orientate the map using handrails, obvious point features and major landforms. Use linear features (e.g. paths, tracks, clear boundaries) as handrails in simple navigation exercises. Relate prominent landforms such as large hills and valleys to corresponding contour information on the map. Orientate the map by aligning a compass needle against grid north and be aware that magnetic variation causes an inaccuracy. Use an orientated map to confirm the direction of travel. Use clearly identifiable features to confirm position along the route and to recognise when the target has been overshot. Measure horizontal distance on the map and estimate distance on the ground using timing, pacing and simple visual judgements e.g.100m. Plan and implement simple routes and navigation strategies based on the above skills. Recognise a navigation error within a few minutes and apply simple relocation techniques using handrails and prominent features. Be aware of the use of mobile phone location apps as a back up to map and compass and in emergencies. Demonstrate an awareness of local and national access issues, access legislation, personal responsibilities, the Countryside Code and sustainability. Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of walking equipment, safety equipment and emergency procedures. 2 day course, £129pp.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
• Cancellations – All cancellations and refunds must be requested and confirmed in writing by email, text or post (your refund will be sent to you within 14 days). Cancellations are subject to the following refunds: * Within 14 days from the date you paid for your booking (‘date of booking’) – full refund. * From 15 days from date of booking up to and including 31 days before the walk – 75% refund of the cost of the walk. * From 30 days before the walk up to and including 15 days before the walk – 50% refund of the cost of the walk. * From 14 days before the walk up to and including 8 days before the walk – 25% refund of the cost of the walk. * From 7 days before the walk up to the day of the walk, notification on the day of the walk or non attendance of the walk – No refund * If you have already transferred your booking to a new date and wish to cancel, then there are no refunds or transfers for bookings that have already been transferred. Northern Mountain Guides liability is limited to the cost of your chosen walk only. We strongly recommend you have adequate travel insurance in case of cancellation.
Contact Details
07801 553712
info@northernmountainguides.co.uk
21 Manor Close, Consett, County Durham, UK