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Beginning to Explore Walking with Maps in Autumn - Starter
Course Summary
Code: S00014
Location: B&M CAR PARK
Places: Available
Cost: £0 - £216 - See Details Details
Starting: 29 October 2024
Day: Tuesday
Time: 10:00
Duration: 12 sessions over 6 week(s)
By continuing you confirm that you are aged 19 or over and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
This course is run by Osprey Outdoors.
Please note: Each day lasts five hours, and is split up into two sessions either side of a 30-minute lunch break
Do you love the idea of exploring the countryside but don't know where to start?
This course is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the outdoors and learn how to read a map, as well as take a positive step for their mental health.
Starting with manageable three-mile walks, no experience is needed - just a sense of adventure! You'll meet new people, connect with nature, and learn practical skills to navigate your own walking routes.
What this course explores:
- How to enjoy the outdoors and increase fitness levels
- Basic map reading principles
- How to follow a walking route using a map
- Orientation skills using a map and compass
- Learning about local wildlife while walking
Sign up to explore the countryside, boost your well-being, and develop essential navigation skills!
What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course is suitable if you're a beginner and want to learn about this subject, and you don't have relevant knowledge or experience.
Venue information
We do not have a "venue" as the workshops and courses are all walking activities. The exact location, and therefore the meeting point of the start of the walk, is weather dependent, and therefore not finalised until 24-48 hours before the start. What3Words locations are sent to participants driving themselves to the start of the walk when it has been confirmed.
The minibus pick-up points for the courses, with What3Words locations, are:
Bus stop outside St John's Church, Highbridge: ///fruits.inspects.parsnips
B&M Car park, Burnham-on-Sea: ///parsnips.smoke.sailors
Strawberry Line Car park, Cheddar: ///adults.litigate.mugs
What will I need to bring?
You will need: packed lunch, a drink, sturdy footwear, outdoor clothes: hat, gloves, scarf, waterproofs and your smartphone if you have one.
You must possess the willingness and the ability to walk 3 miles on the first session, with stops, and to walk up an incline and down a decline on rough terrain.
Help and encouragement are always provided.
Please bring photo ID with you e.g. passport or driving licence.
Testimonials
"Fantastic walk good for body and soul." - Previous learner.
"Such an enjoyable day, relaxing, my well-being has improved tenfold, my physical stamina is increasing and my confidence in socializing... happy days." - Previous learner.
"I was feeling quite low this morning and really needed to get out in the fresh air to clear my head, the walk today was the perfect cure, beautiful day with great weather and great people, thank you." - Previous learner.
Will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment for this course. Your tutor will provide feedback to help you improve.
What can I do next?
At the end of this course, if you'd like to continue with your learning in this subject, you'll be able to progress onto our Developer Level courses.
Our workshops and courses are designed to provide essential skills, develop confidence and resilience, improve your health and wellbeing, prepare you for further learning or employment, provide ways to learn with your family and build communities. We have a wide range of workshops and courses, and you can explore more on our website. There's something for everyone!
Time and duration
Start Date: 29 October 2024
Start Time: 10:00
Day: Tuesday Morning
First Lesson Duration: 02:30
Total Weeks: 6
Location
B&M CAR PARK
Pier Street
Burnham-On-Sea
Somerset
TA8 1BT