THE COURSE
SILVA Navigation Essentials is a one day navigation course for women, covering the essential techniques and strategies necessary for navigating in the mountain environment - including in poor visibility. Beginner to intermediate level.
The course is based in the Glencoe area and includes two outdoor practical sessions, with an emphasis on mountain safety.
We focus on putting navigation theory into practice on accessible yet complex ground. This way we hope to cover as much learning as possible in a single day for you. Skills covered include map-reading, contour interpretation, taking and walking on a compass bearing, plus planning and navigational strategies (such as macro and/or micronavigation techniques).
The course is delivered by local, experienced female guides who hold the Summer Mountain Leader qualification as a minimum.
We recommend the SILVA Expedition 4 compass for our courses but you can bring any compass you have, or you can borrow one from us - we’ll supply the maps (HARVEY maps)!
You can purchase a SILVA compass online on the SILVA website and get 30% off using our discount code (emailed to you upon booking)
https://silvasweden.uk/collections/compasses
BOOKING
The cost covers guiding and instruction, and does not include accommodation/meals, allowing you the flexibility to choose your own.
Girls on Hills Ltd will email you with final details (times and places etc) at the beginning of event week. This will include what to wear and what to bring with you. If you have any questions or concerns in the meantime, please get in touch at info@girlsonhills.com
