Advanced mountain navigation and GPS course

Advanced mountain navigation and GPS course

Develop your route planning and navigation using digital maps and GPS. This course builds on existing map and compass knowledge, combining planning tools with practical navigation outdoors.

Course content

• Coarse navigation.
• Night navigation.
• Route planning with Land software.
• GPS use.
• Planning tools, digital mapping and GPS.

Previous experience and personal equipment

• Existing map-reading ability and basic compass knowledge. If you are starting from scratch, begin with Basic Mountain Navigation.

Practical information

• Duration: two days.
• Availability: year-round.
• Hours: 08:00–15:00.
• Group: maximum eight participants.
• Locations: Jaén, Granada and Madrid.
• Dates: ask for dates and availability.
• Places: contact us for current availability.

Included

• Qualified mountain guide.
• Public liability insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• A photographic record of the course.
• Shared maps, compasses and presentation materials.

Frequently asked questions

What knowledge should I have already?

The course assumes you can use maps and have some compass knowledge. The basic navigation course is the first step for complete beginners.

Is the course only about apps?

No. It combines digital planning, GPS and outdoor navigation, including night work. Confirm the devices and tools to be used for your course.

Ask about dates and availability for this course.