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wee gaz

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« on: January 16, 2012 »
i, like others have map and compass and no idea how to use it.during spring would some experianced ni wilders consider an overnight camp to show us novices the basics.i  know its a bit cheeky to ask but it could lead to a big springtime ni wild wildcamp and there are now quite  a few new novice members looking for a first wild camp
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AdamMcC5

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Re: navigation
« Reply #1 on: January 16, 2012 »
Or an end of winter camp?  ;D
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Rich.H

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Re: navigation
« Reply #2 on: January 16, 2012 »
what part of northern ireland are you in gaz, id be happy to head out on a weekend to ahow you how to use them
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Re: navigation
« Reply #3 on: January 16, 2012 »
Hi

I ilke your idea.I have zero experience with camping ( soon to be rectified ) whereas I have a good grounding in navigation although no expert.Can I just say that although there is no better than getting out in the hills and practising/learning hands-on,you tube is a great resource especially some of the people who post podcasts on navigation as part of their outdoor pursuits diploma modules
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wee gaz

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Re: navigation
« Reply #4 on: January 16, 2012 »
im in bangor thanks for offer... will look at you tube but hands on is better as you can stop and ask questions. big ni wild weekend to swop skills ,stories show new /old gear plan routes, recipies meet new and old friends and have a big party for ni wilders heading off to TGO challenge so april may be good. my ramblings are due to cabin fever
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Re: navigation
« Reply #5 on: January 16, 2012 »
Yeah theres definatly good advice and learning to be had on the internet. Have you experience at all with using a compass? I live 20 mins from bangor so i can help you out one day if needed
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wee gaz

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Re: navigation
« Reply #6 on: January 16, 2012 »
that would be great will meet up some day but at moment in bed not well. will be in touch cheers
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wee gaz

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Re: navigation
« Reply #7 on: January 16, 2012 »
thanks for all offers will take them up soon so i can enjoy hills  more and safely.would still love to see a lot of members to takeover meelmore 1 weekend with say 20 different tents , a range of sleeping bags cookers , mats ,clothing  camera`s,  fav gear a masterchef cookoff some drinks and lots of craic
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Re: navigation
« Reply #8 on: January 17, 2012 »
Happy to show what I know. Don't do pacings or timing yet, but can both not get lost and find where I am.
Just am not often free. Working all the next few weekends. If I'm able to get away for a wee overnighter, we could do some night nav to a camp (easier to learn to trust the compass when you can't see anything else to distract and doubt you) and then day nav next day.
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Re: navigation
« Reply #9 on: January 17, 2012 »
I think we should get a navigation day or something organised. For people to learn and to brush up old skills.

I understand we will need to plan a month or two in advance, so people can free up time or what not, or even just wait until the days get a little longer.
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wee gaz

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« Reply #10 on: January 29, 2012 »
could this be incorperated into easter weekend.if this is not on no probs will try it at a later date
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Re: navigation
« Reply #11 on: January 29, 2012 »
I'd be happy with that. Dates to suit everyone is NI Wilds kryptonite, so I'd imagine that would be the only obstacle.
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Re: navigation
« Reply #12 on: January 30, 2012 »
Quote from: wee gaz on January 16, 2012
i, like others have map and compass and no idea how to use it.during spring would some experianced ni wilders consider an overnight camp to show us novices the basics.i  know its a bit cheeky to ask but it could lead to a big springtime ni wild wildcamp and there are now quite  a few new novice members looking for a first wild camp

love your honesty  ;)

You would be amazed how many cannot read a map, bearings etc.........some call it lost, I call it 'exploring'
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Re: navigation
« Reply #13 on: January 30, 2012 »
just spotted this night nav course at Life (Castlewellan)

normally £25 but 20% off if you book online with promotional code 4212

http://www.onegreatadventure.com/subpages/viewdetails.asp?PageID=2&ID=192

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Re: navigation
« Reply #14 on: March 12, 2012 »
I run about with a map & compass and 'wing it' too. I would def be up for a ni-wild navigation day.


Aaron
PS. The mist is not my frwiend! :p
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