MALHAM DARK SKIES WALK

MALHAM DARK SKIES EVENT
If you are interested in attending this night walk ideally in the Yorkshire Dales, but possibly N. Lancashire or West Yorkshire depending on weather conditions, put your name on the list to take part and be informed exactly where the event will take place.
MALHAM TARN AREA
ITS FLATTER & DARK
PS: If anyone has any expertise in astronomy and is prepared to share it please contact me.
Malham Tarn Round (definitely dark)

WRAP UP WARM
WEAR boots and appropriate outdoor clothing.
CARRY hat & gloves, waterproofs, spare clothes, jacket, charged phone, torch, rucksack, warm drink, snacks, sitmat, personal details.
BRING BINOCULARS or a TELESCOPE if you have them.
More details and information to follow.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Some of you may have noticed that on a recent night hike where navigation was required I struggle to see ahead because of misuse of torches, headlamps. Trying to see ahead with constantly flashing lights, was disorientating & gave me motion sickness. This is quite serious & I almost had to abandon the walk.
ON FUTURE NIGHT EVENTS, FOR SAFETY’S SAKE, THE FOLLOWING GENERAL RULES MUST BE ADHERED TO
Night navigation torch etiquette focuses on preserving your night vision, using light efficiently, and ensuring safety by minimizing glare for yourself and others, primarily by using red light for map reading, keeping beams low, turning lights off when possible to use ambient light. For hiking, this means using a headlamp on its lowest setting or a red filter, holding it low in fog, stopping to check maps, and using peripheral vision

Hiking & Trekking Etiquette

• Use Red Light: Always use a red light for map reading or close tasks to preserve your night vision; white light resets it quickly.
• Dim Your Beam: Keep your torch on the lowest setting that allows you to see; avoid full beam unless necessary.
• Keep it Low especially in Mist, Cloud, Fog: In mist or fog, you must hold your torch below waist height to reduce glare reflecting back at you.
• Stop to Navigate: Stop moving to check your map or compass; looking down while walking leads to falls.
• Turn it Off: Use moonlight when possible and leave torches switched off where possible to let your eyes adapt and use peripheral vision.
• Be Aware: Keep your torch handy but don't be quick to turn it on; allow your eyes to adjust first.