Map & Compass Basics
Event Ended- Where
- Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park - 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, AB View Map
- When
- Ages
- All
- Website
- https://friendsoffishcreek.org/event/map/
- Contact
- info@friendsoffishcreek.org 14032383841 (Friends Of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society)
Annette Ng is an Apprentice Interpretive Hiking Guide who is also working towards certification as a Fitness Instructor Specialist. A nature enthusiast, she is thrilled to have the opportunity to share the outdoors with you! Hiking often leads to being lost in thought but how to avoid being physically lost? This workshop guides you through the basics of using a map and compass. Learn how to use a topographic map as a trip planning tool: interpret contour lines, identify features, scale and distances. Discover how to use a compass to take bearings on a map and in the field. GPS will not be covered in this course.Free online program. Registration is required. Photo courtesy of pixabay.com