4-Day Wilderness Land Navigation Immersion

Ready to go beyond the basics? Join our 4-Day Wilderness Land Navigation Immersion and gain the real-world skills to tackle remote terrain, plan ambitious expeditions, and lead your own wild adventures.

Ready to go further—confidently, independently, and without limits?
This isn’t just another navigation class. It’s your gateway to the wildest, most rewarding adventures you’ve ever imagined. Over four intensive days, you’ll hone the essential skills that separate true backcountry leaders from the rest of the pack. After this course, you’ll be equipped to tackle remote terrain, plan ambitious expeditions, and say “yes” to trips others only dream about.

WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?

• Hands-On Mastery: Train in real wilderness conditions—no simulations, no shortcuts. You’ll apply every skill as you learn it, solidifying your knowledge for real-world use.
• Progressive Skill Building: Whether you’re new to navigation or looking to sharpen advanced techniques, you’ll progress from fundamentals to advanced strategies.
• Adventure-Ready Confidence: Leave with the competence to plan, execute, and lead your own off-trail adventures—anywhere, any season.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Navigation Skills that Open Up the World

• Interpreting topographical maps and understanding land features
• Using compasses, protractors, and UTM grids with precision
• Route planning, point plotting, and pace counting for any environment
• Navigating challenging terrain and correcting for obstacles
• Nighttime navigation—push your limits after dark
• Lost procedures and terrain association for true self-reliance
• Team navigation and communication for group expeditions

Immersive Experience

• Night Navigation Challenge: Test your skills off-trail under the stars.
• Team & Solo Drills: Build confidence for both independent and group travel.
• On-Site Camping: Immerse yourself fully in the learning environment and connect with like-minded adventurers.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Instruction from our expedition leaders
• Heated indoor classroom space for theory and gear prep
• Water, coffee, and group gear
• NOW Outdoors field notebook
• Maps, protractors, and compasses for use during the course
• All course materials
• Premium adjustable compass for use (purchase option: $80)

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Personal camping gear
• Campsites available at Mauthe Lake
• Meals and snacks
• WI State Park sticker or daily parking pass

Full gear list and directions will be provided after registration.

PRICE: $475 (registration deadline: October 15, 2025)

• This is a small group course and space is extremely limited. Reserve your spot today.

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> An RSVP on Meetup will not hold your spot. The event may fill before the payment deadline.
> Cancelations made within seven days of payment and on or before the payment deadline are eligible for a refund. Other cancelations will be converted to a credit to be used within one year for another Now Outdoors event.

Please email us with any questions at info@nowoutdoors.org.