This course is ideal for both those who are starting from scratch, as well as those who have some navigating experience but would like to become more proficient and increase their repertoire of skills. The variety of terrain found in the Cairngorm Mountains provides an ideal practice ground, from the low level feature packed moorland to the test piece high plateau. This fun course is delivered in a well-structured, progressive manner so you quickly gain in confidence and skill.

This course is ideal for those with limited time yet looking for an introduction to navigation, as well as for those wishing to update their skills in the Scottish mountains. The course provides a firm grounding in an array of navigation techniques - a keystone to good navigational practice.

The course involves 2 practical days of detailed map reading followed by the application of techniques to ascertain one's position and route by the 5 main elements of mountain terrain: features, gradient, aspect of slope, distance and direction (compass work).

Dates: as above
We suggest you aim to arrive by 9pm on the evening before the course commences, in time to join the rest of the group for a pre-course familiarisation. You are very welcome to join us for an evening meal on Friday night though this is not included in the course price as many people can't travel up early enough to make it to us for dinner.

Departure:  Sunday after about 5pm. Extra accommodation may be available if you would like to stay on for Sunday night. Price is currently £28 for dinner, bed and breakfast.

Price: as above
fully inclusive of accommodation at Fraoch Lodge, full board, pick up/drop off from Aviemore station or Inverness airport, and all guiding.