Navigation Hike - Balsam Nature Trail
Join Wild Forces Instructor, Jamie, as we enjoy an easy hike at Mount Mitchell State Park. This hike is just under a mile but we will be using this time to learn and refine map & compass skills while on the trail. With sweeping views at the tallest mountain on the east coast, we will have the opportunity to apply basic skills to learn the essentials around finding bearings and triangulating.
This trip needs a minimum of 4 participants to go on.
Details on the trail: ALLTRAILS- Balsam Nature Trail to Mount Mitchell
We will cover:
Anatomy of a Compass
Reading a Topographic Map
Understanding & Adjusting Declination
Using Bearings to Reach your Destination
Learn to Triangulate Your Location
This class is for:
Women who are looking to learn map & compass skills
Women who know basic navigation but want the opportunity to use it in the field
You will need:
10 Essentials for a hike
Light layers for warmth
Rain Gear
Water & Snack/food
Map & compass provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own!
Your Instructor: Jamie Young
Growing up in Western North Carolina, Jamie spent her summers hiking and backpacking in the Appalachian Mountains. While attending Appalachian State University, she completed courses in Backpacking, Orienteering, Backcountry Ethics, and worked at the University's outdoor center. She has been volunteering with local women's groups for the past few years leading beginner backpacking and camping trips. Recently she has volunteered as an instructor offering classes in basic map and compass skills as well as orienteering workshops.
Liability
All participants are required to sign a liability waiver and emergency contact form prior to this event. Backcountry trips will have these formed emailed to you prior to the trip. Classroom-style events will have these forms in-person the day of.
Transparency
The money collected from this course goes to the cost of our permits to continue to operate these classes, reserved space, and supplies used for this class. Wild Forces Instructors are volunteers. Third-party events and guides are at cost, Wild Forces does not take any percentage of funds collected.
Cancellation
We can issue a refund up to the day before the class, June 18. We cannot issue a refund for day of cancellations and no show participants. Please allow 3-5 days for the refund to process.
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