In depth navigation using map and compass are covered in this course understand the features of an OS map contours, roads, paths etc

• These are some of the topics included:-
  
• Relation of grid system and latitude/ longitude
  
• Difference between true, grid and magnetic north and be able to
  convert from one to another.
  
• Bearing from a map (walking on a bearing)
  
• Operation and use of a map compass
  
• Bearings of land marks (back bearings)
  
• Map Scales and types
  
• Pacing (distance)
  
• Walking on contours
  
• Route card