Mountain Navigation in Madrid

In this mountain navigation course we are going to learn to use instruments such as map, compass and altimeter in a correct and appropriate way depending of the scenario found in the mountain.

We will also learn advanced navigation techniques that will help us during hiking routes with poor weather or bad visibility.

Another very important part of the course it’s how to plan and organise hiking routes  before leaving home, with the help of the map, so the activity goes well and safe.

We will have a theory class at Manzanares el Real and then we will go out to practice in the mountains both days.

  • 1 persona: 260€
  • 2 personas: 130€
  • 3 a 8 personas: 90€
  • Guía de Media Montaña titulado.
  • Seguro RC y accidentes.
  • Material técnico común, mapas, brújula.
  • Asesoramiento previo a la actividad.
  • Transporte.
  • Comidas.
  • Alojamiento.
  • Material personal.
  • Cualquier otra cosa no especificada en el apartado de “Incluye”.
  • Máximo 8 personas por guía.

COURSE DETAILS

CONTENTS

  • Types of maps, compasses, altimeters.
  • Topographic maps and how to interpret them.
  • Locating ourselves on the map.
  • Navigation techniques with map and compass.
  • Compass bearings and how to use them.
  • Advanced orientation techniques.
  • Coordinates taking.
  • Navigating in poor visibility.
  • Designing and planning mountain routes with the help of maps.
  • Safety and help calling.

  • 2 days.
  • Usually during weekend. We can do the course during week days as well. Ask for availability.

  • First day meeting point will be Manzanares el Real at 9 am. Theory class and practique in the mountain until 4/5 pm approximately.
  • Second day location will be decide by the guide depending of mountain conditions and group. From 9 am to 4/5 pm aprox.
  • We can do this course in Gredos, Pyrinees and other Spanish locations.

  • Mountain backpack of approximately 20L.
  • Mountain footwear.
  • Mountain clothing appropriate to the time in which the course takes place.
  • Goretex-type waterproof membrane jacket.
  • Snack type food and 1.5 L of water per participant.
  • Recommended maps of the area and own compass.
  • Notebook and pen or pencil.
  • Gloves, beanie and sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Cap or hat for the Sun.
  • Recommended photo camera.
  • Personal medication if needed.
  • Spare clothes to leave in the car.

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

LOW

PHYSICAL CONDITION

NORMAL

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