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This course introduces participants to the fundamental skills required to navigate confidently in unfamiliar terrain without reliance on modern technology.
Training focuses on map reading, compass use, terrain association, route planning, and practical navigation techniques. Participants will learn how to identify their location, determine direction of travel, and move effectively through varied environments using traditional navigation methods.
Instruction combines classroom learning with hands-on field exercises, emphasizing practical application and problem-solving in real-world conditions.
Map reading fundamentals and map interpretation
Understanding topographic maps and terrain features
Compass use and navigation techniques
Magnetic declination and its practical application
Pace count and distance estimation
Terrain association and route planning
Backstops, handrails, attack points, and navigation aids
Lateral drift recognition and correction
Introduction to digital mapping resources
Creating and printing personalized maps
Practical field navigation exercises
Phase 1 — Classroom Instruction
Introduction to maps, compasses, terrain features, route planning, and navigation principles.Phase 2 — Practical Exercises
Hands-on work with maps and compasses, plotting routes, determining position, and applying navigation concepts.Phase 3 — Field Navigation
Participants will navigate practical courses and checkpoints while applying the skills learned throughout the day.
This course is designed for beginners, outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, hikers, preparedness-minded individuals, and anyone seeking a practical skill that remains valuable when technology is unavailable.
Whether you are completely new to navigation or looking to strengthen existing skills, this course provides a solid foundation for future development.
No prior experience is required.
Participants should bring:
Durable outdoor clothing appropriate for weather conditions
Water and lunch
Notebook and pen
Compass (recommended but not required)
Maps and training materials will be provided unless otherwise noted.
Duration: 1 Day
Structure: Classroom → Practical Exercises → Field Application
Environment: Outdoor and field-based training
Minimum: 8 participants
Maximum: 20 participants
This course is offered on a rolling basis.
Upcoming dates will be posted as they become available. Private group scheduling is available upon request.
Participants should expect a moderate level of physical activity, including movement over uneven terrain while carrying navigation equipment.
This is a practical course. Every participant will be required to navigate, problem-solve, and apply the concepts taught during instruction. The goal is not simply to understand navigation, but to demonstrate it.
This course introduces participants to the fundamental skills required to navigate confidently in unfamiliar terrain without reliance on modern technology.
Training focuses on map reading, compass use, terrain association, route planning, and practical navigation techniques. Participants will learn how to identify their location, determine direction of travel, and move effectively through varied environments using traditional navigation methods.
Instruction combines classroom learning with hands-on field exercises, emphasizing practical application and problem-solving in real-world conditions.
Map reading fundamentals and map interpretation
Understanding topographic maps and terrain features
Compass use and navigation techniques
Magnetic declination and its practical application
Pace count and distance estimation
Terrain association and route planning
Backstops, handrails, attack points, and navigation aids
Lateral drift recognition and correction
Introduction to digital mapping resources
Creating and printing personalized maps
Practical field navigation exercises
Phase 1 — Classroom Instruction
Introduction to maps, compasses, terrain features, route planning, and navigation principles.Phase 2 — Practical Exercises
Hands-on work with maps and compasses, plotting routes, determining position, and applying navigation concepts.Phase 3 — Field Navigation
Participants will navigate practical courses and checkpoints while applying the skills learned throughout the day.
This course is designed for beginners, outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, hikers, preparedness-minded individuals, and anyone seeking a practical skill that remains valuable when technology is unavailable.
Whether you are completely new to navigation or looking to strengthen existing skills, this course provides a solid foundation for future development.
No prior experience is required.
Participants should bring:
Durable outdoor clothing appropriate for weather conditions
Water and lunch
Notebook and pen
Compass (recommended but not required)
Maps and training materials will be provided unless otherwise noted.
Duration: 1 Day
Structure: Classroom → Practical Exercises → Field Application
Environment: Outdoor and field-based training
Minimum: 8 participants
Maximum: 20 participants
This course is offered on a rolling basis.
Upcoming dates will be posted as they become available. Private group scheduling is available upon request.
Participants should expect a moderate level of physical activity, including movement over uneven terrain while carrying navigation equipment.
This is a practical course. Every participant will be required to navigate, problem-solve, and apply the concepts taught during instruction. The goal is not simply to understand navigation, but to demonstrate it.