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Map Reading Courses

Map reading is a skill that everyone should have. This is a beginners course for the whole family both adults and juniors. The course consists of 3 one and a-half hour sessions on an evening. Throughout this course participants can expect to learn the basics of map reading skills, using a compass, and the ability to orientate themselves around a course. There's also the chance to do some offsite orienteering on the Friday session of the course.

The skills learnt can be used on family walks out or developed to allow you to take part in orienteering competitions.

Course Dates

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 6.00pm – 7.30pm

Ref Dates
MRS1 9, 10, 11 April
MRS2 14, 15, 16 May
MRS3 18, 19, 20 June
MRS4 9, 10, 11 July
MRS5 6, 7, 8 August
MRS6 10, 11, 12 September


Prices:

  • Adult £18.50
  • Junior £9.25

Group hire is also available for groups (12 maximum). The course can only be used during the hours of daylight. Instruction is available for beginners and must be booked at least 7 days in advance. When doing orienteering please follow the country code!

Individual prices:

  • Under 18yrs £1.00
  • Adult £1.50
  • Map £1.00

Group hire (12 max):

  • Under 18yrs £21.50
  • Adult £29.50

Please contract reception for more information on any of the activities in this brochure

 

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