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This comprehensive course focuses on understanding topographical maps and the use of a compass. Theory items will be enhanced with practical exercises. Students will participate in a multi-function orienteering
exercise to find “targets” in the bush using map and compass skills learned in the course.
The course is taught by Joe Bourgeois, owner of Akuni Adventures, and Kevin Morning of the Canadian Armed
Forces.
PREREQUISITES:
No previous skills required...however, brush up on your grade 6 math!
Dates:
April 12, 2008 8:30am to 4:30pm
October 18, 2008 8:30am to 4:30pm
Times: 8:30-4:30pm
More dates may be added. Please keep checking web site.
Cost:
$100 (plus 5% GST)
Location:
Seneca College King Campus near King City, Ontario
Physical Difficulty:
Walking through thick bush at times up to 4km on uneven terrain.
What's Included:
Instruction and supporting material.
What's not Included:
Transportation, accommodation, food.
Gear list and Waiver:
Directions:
Course Content:
Maps:
–Types of Maps
–Map Resources
–Margin Information
–Locating Points on a Map
–Scale and Distance
–North on a Map
–Map Limitations
Compass
–Types of Compasses
–Parts of a Compass
–Compass Use
–Compass Bearing
–Declination
–Compass Inaccuracy
Orientation with Map and Compass
–Locating your Position
–Traveling using Map and Compass
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Orienteering Course
-Using skills learned find objects in bush
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