From map to trail: Outdoor Navigation Training in the beautiful Chilterns
Details
Join us for a day in the gorgeous Chiltern countryside where you'll learn practical navigation skills, build confidence outdoors and connect with like-minded adventurers while gaining the knowledge needed to plan your own escapes.
We have partnered with Wildfire Navigation for this beginner-friendly course on a circular walk through the impressive Ashridge Estate, combining hands-on learning with plenty of time to put new skills into practice.
Throughout the day, you'll learn about:
- Route planning
- Map reading and key map features
- Contours and understanding the landscape
- Grid references
- Compass bearings
- Navigation techniques and decision-making
- GPS and navigation apps
- Essential hiking equipment
Whether you're completely new to hiking, or looking to refresh and develop existing skills, this is a great opportunity to learn in a relaxed and supportive environment, share experiences with fellow outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of the Chilterns.
SUMMARY (all info is approximate!)
Distance: 14km / 8.5 miles circular route
Ascent/Descent: 300 metres
Duration: 7 hours walking at a leisurely pace with plenty of stops for instruction and practice.
COST AND LOGISTICS
Cost: £60
Meet: 10.05am Tring Station
Finish: 5.30pm Tring Station
Recommended train from London
09:25 Dep: London Euston
10:02 Arr: Tring
PRICE INCLUDES
- Navigation Skills Training led by a qualified mountain leader with 30 years of experience teaching navigation and outdoor skills.
- Support from an experienced AAA leader.
- Loan of maps of the area and compasses.
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Travel costs
- Lunch, drinks or any refreshments
MAKE YOUR BOOKING
To make a booking, follow the three steps below.
- Click ‘Attend’ below
- Make payment to the bank details below
- Send an email to duncan@duncanjones.org.uk to advise that you have made payment.
Name: Duncan Jones
Sort code: 608371
Account: 18931261
Ref: 5 Jul Navigation
Only full payment guarantees booking - clicking 'Attend' below alone does NOT secure attendance.
RECOMMENDED KIT LIST
- Suitable hiking shoes or boots
- Packed lunch and snacks
- Water - Ideally 2 litres
- Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!)
- Warm windproof layer e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece
- Wicking base layer e.g. Polyester/Tencel/Merino
REVIEWS
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CANCELLING/REFUNDS
Payment is non-refundable. If you find you can no longer attend, you may sell your place to another member of AAA, and arrange any money transactions privately.
If you want to do this, please inform the Host shown on this page before you start the process.
IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION
This course is delivered by Wildfire Navigation (a trading name of Wildfire Consulting Ltd). AAA acts solely as a booking agent and is not responsible for the delivery, supervision or operation of the course.
QUESTIONS
If you have any other questions, please check visit our FAQ page. If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page.
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