Hill Skills Map and Compass Workshop (CAR24T104)
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Mode of attendance: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 13 May 2025
End date: Tuesday, 13 May 2025
Number of weeks: 1
Time: 18:00 - 21:00
Venue: Pennine Way CDC
Venue address: Harraby Campus, Edgehill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria. CA1 3SN
Full fee: £18.00
Concessionary fee: £9.00
Staff fee: £15.30
About the course:
You will be introduced to the basics of map reading, including how to read symbols, understand contour lines, and recognize hazards. You will then move on to learning how to use a compass, including how to set a bearing, follow a bearing, and take a compass bearing. There will be discussion regarding hazard identification – terrain, weather, and incidents. By the end of the course, you will be able to:
• Understand the different features of a map and how to use them to plan a route
• Use a compass to determine direction of travel
• Be aware of the hazards of mountain terrain
How will the course be delivered?
Face to face in a classroom.
What do I need to bring?
Notepad and pen. 1:25000 map Ordnance Survey Lake District sheets four North West and five North East and a small Silva compass.
What are the entry requirements?
No entry requirements.
What can I do next?
Try a course that builds on what you’ve learned to develop your skills further. Information, Advice & Guidance is available from your tutor to help identify the best follow-on course for you. Details of other courses can be found on our website - adultlearningcumbria.org.
How well am I doing?
You will record your progress and development by completing an Individual Progress Review over the length of the course. Your tutor will support you with this task.
Enquiries
Centre: Carlisle Adult Learning
Contact number: 01228 227304 |01228 227305
Email address: carlisleadultlearning@cumberland.gov.uk