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I think maybe a short nav instruction course could be what maybe of interest or use ? , you would have to see IF people want it , maybe run it at nite ( saturday nite for 1.5-2 hrs tops ) just a sort of primer , get guys into looking at the right way to use compass , topo map and set up their GPS .
So guys could take it or leave It , ie drink piss , and would be up to them .
You are not going to learn good nav in a couple of hrs , BUT you could at least give the guys who want it , some basics & guidance ?
I would make it into 2x 45 mins lessons w/ smoko in between , and make it lite & very informal ,
I think alot of guys could use some good basics , as I think a lot rely on the magic of GPS completely , thats good while your batteries last & GPS sats are online .

Cheers Chris

Originally Posted by ChrisF

I think maybe a short nav instruction course could be what maybe of interest or use ? , you would have to see IF people want it , maybe run it at nite ( saturday nite for 1.5-2 hrs tops ) just a sort of primer , get guys into looking at the right way to use compass , topo map and set up their GPS .
So guys could take it or leave It , ie drink piss , and would be up to them .
You are not going to learn good nav in a couple of hrs , BUT you could at least give the guys who want it , some basics & guidance ?
I would make it into 2x 45 mins lessons w/ smoko in between , and make it lite & very informal ,
I think alot of guys could use some good basics , as I think a lot rely on the magic of GPS completely , thats good while your batteries last & GPS sats are online .

Cheers Chris

Is there an assumption that hunters cant nav?..........If gillie wants to run an orienteering gong shoot then he can simply state entrants "must be proficient in close country and open country nav" otherwise don't enter.Gongs shoots are attended by in most parts hunters who don't have to much spare time other than shooting on the day so pre courses wouldn't be practicle.Like gillie has said courses can be set up to keep risks down to a minimum by way of good course planning and marshals if needed.