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A hands-on intro to orienteering and getting un-lost.
Course Curriculum
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Why navigation matters (even on marked trails)
Module 1: Foundations of Outdoor Navigation
Why navigation matters (even on marked trails)
Common myths and mistakes
Overview of navigation tools
Foundations quiz
Module 2: Understanding Maps
How to read a topographic map
Contour lines, symbols, and scales
How to orient a map
Map symbols quiz
Module 3: Mastering the Compass
Parts of a compass (baseplate, needle, housing, etc.)
Taking a bearing
Following a bearing
Triangulation: finding your location using 2–3 landmarks
Triangulation assignment
Module 4: Introduction to GPS & Digital Tools
Handheld GPS vs. smartphone apps (like Gaia GPS, AllTrails)
How to plot a route
GPS accuracy, limitations, and battery life
