Eskdale Club Site - Navigation Skills Course

Head to the Hills are a registered National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) training centre, based in Ambleside, Cumbria. A qualified mountain leader and guide will join us on site on the above dates to provide a Mountain Navigation and Map Reading Course for beginners.

This is a great introduction to those new to navigation skills, or for the more experienced walkers as an introduction to a recognised qualification. On completion of the course you should be able to plan and follow countryside walks with a good understanding of map features and route planning. 

Each group will be limited to a maximum of 12 people. The guide will provide a warm friendly welcome together with structured expert tuition lots of fun and loads of information throughout the 2 days. Both days will start at 09.30, day one ends at 16.30 and day two ends at 16.00, there will be breaks for drinks and food. On booking you will be given a list of necessary equipment and clothing to bring on the course.

Assessment for the NNAS bronze Navigator Award (including certificate and badge) is an additional option and costs £15.

To book your stay/activity contact the sites directly: Eskdale Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Boot, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1TH. Tel: 01946 723253

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