Wilderness Navigation

Learn to find your way in the backcountry with a topo map, a compass, and the apps on your phone. The course runs in two parts: a classroom session covering map reading, compass work, and tools like Gaia and AllTrails, then a field day where you put it to use on real terrain, with and without your phone. We're relaunching this course and will post dates as soon as they're set.

In a classroom setting, learn how to use backcountry topographic maps and compasses along with a hands-on introduction to using the latest apps on smart phones (Gaia, AllTrails, Strava, etc.). Did you know the Boulder Group has its own Strava channel?

In the field, learn how to apply your skills to navigate safely through the backcountry with and without the apps.

This class currently needs an instructor. If you could help lead, please reach out to us by emailing the club.