Learn to read a map and use a compass
Start your map reading journey here...
Start your map reading journey here...
Introduction to map reading
Learn how to read a map on forest tracks and paths. Gain confidence to plan and walk your own routes.
Beginners - Day 1
Learn to use a map on forest tracks and paths as well the use of a compass to venture onto more open countryside.
Learn further skills...
Intermediate - Day 2
Learn further compass techniques, pacing and timing. Navigate confidently through open countryside away from tracks and paths.
National Navigation Award Scheme
Personal performance, incentive scheme...
Personal performance, incentive scheme...
Bronze level course
Navigation using tracks and paths, basic map interpretation and some compass work included.
Silver level
Adding skills to navigate away from tracks and paths on more open countryside. Learn accurate compass skills and low visibility techniques.
Groups, clubs and advanced techniques
Fun challenge for groups and clubs...
Fun challenge for groups and clubs...
One to one, clubs and groups
All courses can be taught to individuals, groups and clubs. Excellent group rates available.
Midweek, half day and full day options
Most courses can be delivered through out the year, during the week and at weekends!
Advanced navigation skills...
Night Navigation
Learn strategies to cope with reduced visibility. Practice and perfect your pacing, timing and compass bearings skills.
Mountain leader qualified
Fully qualified to train, guide and advise on all aspects of UK mountain walking, camping and expeditions.
GPS and smartphone navigation
Outdoor technology, working for you...
Outdoor technology, working for you...
GPS training
Manage routes, tracks and waypoints on your GPS using free and paid for software. See a demonstration of techniques as well as practical hands on advice and tips.
Smartphone mapping
Learn to plan, walk and share you favourite journeys - all from your smartphone or tablet using Viewranger mapping software.
Backpacking and campcraft
Plan your next adventure...
Plan your next adventure...
Backpacking and campcraft
Over a weekend you will learn how to choose, use and pack the right equipment and food to undertake your own journeys.
Wild camping and hill walking
Aspiring to get out wild camping in the UK hills and mountains? Want to improve skills or undertake multi day walks on National Trails and paths?
What course should i choose?
New Forest Navigation has courses for all!
Take a look at the introduction courses if you are a complete beginner or dive right in with a day one or two course.
The day one is ideal for novices or those who are a bit rusty.
The day one is ideal for novices or those who are a bit rusty.
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Latest information
WILD CAMPING AND BACK PACKING WEEKEND
28-30TH JUNE - DARTMOOR
28-30TH JUNE - DARTMOOR
Friday, May 24, 2013
Date and Course
25-May Introduction to map reading - New Forest
26-May Day one navigation
27-May Day two navigation
28-May Introduction to map reading - New Forest
1-Jun Bronze NNAS Wareham Forest
22-Jun Day one navigation day - 2 places
23-Jun Day two navigation day - 2 places
28-Jun Backpacking and wild camp
6-Jul Day one Isle of Wight
20-Jul Silver NNAS Dorset - Full
27-Jul Silver NNAS Dorset
3-Aug Silver NNAS Isle of Wight
How do i?
- Book onlineComplete the main website booking form here...
- Does the course have any places left?Latest course information, including the number of places remaining can be found on the course calendar page.
Each course page will show the number of places remaining or securemail to ask. - Group booking formIf you want to book more that five people onto a course you can use the group booking form.
- Paper booking formIf you prefer to use a paper booking form you can download one as a word file to print off.
Send the form in the post or complete it on you PC and email it back to me. - Read more
- How much does each course cost?Course prices can be found in the right hand side bar of each course page and will be displayed at the bottom of the main booking and payment form.
You are also welcome to securemail and ask. - Paying for a coursePayment can be made when you book using PayPal, a free secure service that accepts payment by debit or credit card.
I can also take card payments over the phone using 'Intuit' a encrypted and secure service.
The booking form also has an option for you to pay later, I will contact you with further details. - Do you give discounts?You can use your Brand New Forest card to receive a discount on most courses. Click on the Brand New Forest card image below.
Small groups and clubs can get a discount if they book a bespoke days training or join one of the arranged course dates.
Send me an email securemail if you would like to arrange a days bespoke training. - Show More
- Contact formPlease use the contact form to send me a message.
- Email meSend me an securemail and I will get back to you as soon as I can. Check you spam folder if you do not receive a reply within 12 hours.
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Why choose New Forest Navigation?
Fully qualified
Qualified Mountain Leader
Fully insured
For ALL activities
Outdoor first aid trained
Experienced and knowledgeably
Over 18 years experience training, supervising and leading groups and individuals
Just to thank you for a very comprehensive, well planned and thoroughly enjoyable course from start to finish - a rare find these days!
Carolyn NNAS Silver
Carolyn NNAS Silver
I set up New Forest Navigation because I have a passion for teaching outdoor skills and enjoy seeing those skills develop and people gain confidence and knowledge whilst outdoors. As well as mountain walking and camping I enjoy being on the water in my canoe and occasionally dabble in a bit of bushcraft and campfire cooking.
As a qualified Mountain Leader I have walked, trained and lead groups all over the UK but have found that even in the New Forest one can find adventure and a navigation challenge.
The New Forest offers a wide variety or terrain and makes an ideal starting point for learning navigation, backpacking and camping skills.
I look forward to welcoming you on a course soon and do get in touch if you would like something tailored to you, your group or club or want to explore further afield in the UK hills and mountains.
The offer!
Save 10% per person day on one and day two navigation courses.
Save 10% per person on GPS & smartphone
Save £5 per person on National Navigation Award Scheme.
15% off bespoke group rates
Find out more about the scheme Brand New Forest 'shop and buy' local scheme
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