Future Walk Leader Training

Have you ever thought about becoming an OutdoorLads walk leader?  Like the idea but not sure what it's all about?  Not as confident with navigation or map reading as you'd like to be?

This session is for members who are really keen and would like to lead walks, but want to find out more about it, ask lots of questions and learn (or re-learn) the basic navigation skills required.

Led by Neil (qualified Lowland Leader and National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) bronze level tutor) we aim to have some fun talking about being a leader and covering off navigational skills such as:

• Maps - the different types used to plan a walk
• Navigation of the countryside using paths, tracks and other linear features
• Map interpretation, orientation, grid references, map features and how to use an Ordnance Survey map
• Using a compass - orienting a map, taking a bearing and other tips and uses
• Identify key map features and measuring distances
• A guide to essential equipment and what to do in an emergency
• Planning a route for an OutdoorLads walk - resources available to help you
• Getting out and about with a map, a compass and some leg stretching in the local area.

Whether you know a lot, a bit, or really not very much at all, all you need to do is bring an open mind, a willingness to learn some new things.  

What do I need to bring?  See below in the need to bring section.

Please note there is a not-for-profit charge for this event - this is purely a contribution towards the cost of the classroom hire

Please note: there will be an OutdoorLads member filming some of the day to enable us to advertise future training

Photos: taken by D Blackwell (OutdoorLads Member/Leader) and used by OutdoorLads with full permission. 

IMPORTANT! - Participation Statement

You MUST complete a Participation Statement, in addition to booking your event space before attending an OutdoorLads event. You only need to complete this Participation Statement once, not for each event you attend.