University of Calgary

Map, Compass & GPS Skills Spring Summer 2011

All courses include: instruction and use of navigation equipment.

Map Reading Clinic

A presentation with exercises to help you understand topographical maps. Learn to read contour lines, identify features, keep track of your location and plan appropriate routes for safe backcountry travel

Wednesday: March 09,
Thursday: May 05, June 02, July 14, September 22
7:00 - 9:00 pm
BPM000 -$30.00

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Compass Use & Outing

Combine a morning compass classroom session with an afternoon of practice outdoors. Hands-on practice is the best way to become proficient at map and compass use! Prerequisite: Map Reading Clinic or equivalent experience.

Saturday: May 07, June 04, July 16, September 24
9:00 - 5:00 pm
BPM100 - $65.00 

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GPS Use Clinic & Outing

Discover how to use a GPS unit in the morning then spend the afternoon getting some hands-on practice outdoors. Learn to find your location, mark waypoints and follow a route you have created.
Prerequisite: Map Reading Clinic or equivalent experience.

Sunday: May 08, June 05, July 17, September 25
9:00 - 5:00 pm
BPM200 - $70.00

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