The Bronze Navigator Award is a practical hands-on award. It is aimed at people with no navigation experience whether you are new to the outdoors or have been relying on others, guidebooks or easy well-defined routes. It is also the starting point for many Duke of Edinburgh students, scouts and guides and cadets who are looking to develop their outdoor skills.

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If you would like to discuss this course for a club, society or other group of people, please see the Private Courses page or just get in touch to discuss options and prices

ABOUT THE

Bronze NNAS Award

Each non-residential course costs £135 per person for the two days training and assessment.

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It includes training and assessment over two days (minimum of 12 hours) with a qualified NNAS Tutor. There is a certificate on successfully passing the award.

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The courses are run in the North York Moors National Park around the iconic Roseberry Topping. There is a very brief indoor session both days but we are mainly out on the hills learning the practical tools and skills in the real environment.

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The instructor:client ratio is 1:8 with a minimum of 2 clients to ensure that everyone gets the most benefit from the course. Peer-experience and sharing is an important aspect.

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If you'd like a private course for your group or club or the dates I've given don't suit you, then please simply get in touch to discuss dates and prices which are different (and cheaper) for bulk private bookings. I can run these courses all year round - but when there is lying snow it will have to be postponed as it's not a winter skills course!

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By the end of the course, you will have a good understanding of the following:-

• Maps and scales

• Grid references

• Orientating a map with and without a compass

• Relate prominent landforms to the contours on a map

• Locate yourself on the map and route, and relocation techniques for when you are not quite sure

• Measure and estimate distances on the map and the ground

• Plan routes and use simple navigation strategies

• Access issues and legislation

• The countryside code and the environment

• Walking and safety equipment and emergency procedures

This nationally recognised accredited course will enable you to plan your own walks with a deeper understanding of different maps and how to use them. It will also provide you with the tools needed to relocate yourself should the weather turn bad. It will improve your confidence in the outdoors.

Thanks for a great weekend Fabian. I learnt a lot and gained real confidence. Excellent course and great supportive teaching. You have a great manner and caring attitude towards your students. You love and are passionate about your profession and it shines through.

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Ian, July 2019