WOMEN’S-ONLY MAP READING & NAVIGATION SKILLS
at nature’s pace
Understanding the magic of maps and knowing how to read them can unlock a whole world of confidence and opportunity to explore the great outdoors!
Helping you discover new places and take advantage of all the physical and mental health and well-being benefits that come from spending time amongst nature, in beautiful landscapes.
Whether you are a complete beginner, or are looking to refresh your skills, we’ll give you the insight and confidence to get outdoors on your own or with friends.
You’ll learn the skills to enable you to safely and confidently explore new places and plan your own routes.
Skills we’ll cover include: an introduction to maps, understanding map symbols and contours, orientating the map and learning to use a compass, using timing and pacing, understanding features, the 5 Ds of navigation, taking a bearing, navigation strategies.
These sessions are designed to offer you a safe and supportive space to gain confidence and skills in a small and friendly group. For women who think they can’t. We’re here to help you learn that you can!
Location: Bampton Common, Haweswater
Dates: Saturday 12th April 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: £71 p.p.
Wild Haweswater encompasses 30 square kilometres of mossy woodland, rushing streams, moorland, heath and bog, and farmland set within a mountainous landscape on the eastern edge of the Lake District National Park.
Nestled in the folds of Haweswater’s dramatic landscape lie pockets of wildness; alpine plants cling to cliffs and ledges, whilst woodland birds, red squirrels and badgers teem in the woodlands
Wild Haweswater is a partnership between the RSPB and United Utilities, who are working together to manage the site for people, water and wildlife. With farming running alongside habitat restoration and thriving upland wildlife, the reserve demonstrates how people and nature can thrive together.
A percentage of your booking fee goes back to into supporting the fabulous work of RSPB Haweswater.