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SUMMARY:Navigation - Gold NNAS Award
DESCRIPTION:National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) – Gold Award\n  \nThe Gold Navigator Award is the highest qualification within the NNAS framework and builds on the skills acquired at the Bronze and Silver levels and adds techniques and skills for dealing with complex contour features both large and small. The course takes place in Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park. \nThe Gold National Navigation Award now includes pre- and post-course question papers. These will be provided to candidates on completion of booking. \nThe NNAS Gold Navigator Award is accredited by the Scottish Credit & Qualifications Framework (SCQF) at Level 6\, and 2 SCQF credit points are awarded on completion. \nGold courses are run by Course Directors who not only have plenty of top-level navigation experience but also have been on a special NNAS-run course in tutoring Gold courses. \nSyllabus \n                                                          —————————————————————————————————– \nUtilise the skills and techniques of the Bronze and Silver Awards in the context of Gold National Navigation Award navigation strategies. \nUtilise contours and fine detail as the prime method of navigation. \nAccurately: Follow a route\, judge distance\, check progress against time\, use relevant compass skills and maintain continuous map contact. \nUse back bearings and transits to confirm the current position. \nUse aspect of slope as an aid to relocation. \nSelect appropriate techniques within an overall navigation strategy. \nNavigate in intricate terrain in reduced visibility i.e. mist or darkness. \nSelect an appropriate\, safe route in relation to height gain and loss\, dangerous terrain and other major hazards. \nAssess the route ahead in the field in relation to prevailing conditions or changing circumstances (e.g. weather\, time\, daylight\, ability/fitness) and re-plan the route appropriately if necessary. \nShorten a route\, use an escape route and know emergency procedures. \nRecognise the occurrence of a navigational error within a few minutes and apply appropriate relocation techniques. \nSelect appropriate clothing\, equipment and first aid for walking in remote areas in all weather conditions. \nUnderstand the physical demands created by hill and moorland terrain in all weather conditions. \nUnderstand the effects of cold\, heat\, fatigue and discomfort on decision making and execution of a selected route. \nUnderstand the implications of climate change on the outdoor environment and be knowledgeable in practical steps to mitigate its effect. \nUnderstand the pros and cons of appropriate electronic navigation devices and describe/demonstrate their use in the context of Gold terrain. \n——————————————————————————————- \n  \nCourse details: \nThis course runs over two days. You must complete the full course\, pass the assessment and answer all questions included on the pre & post assessment criteria in order to achieve the Gold NNAS Award. The assessment will normally take place on the afternoon of Day 2. All training (and assessment) will be delivered practically in the outdoors rather than in a classroom. This is a ‘hands-on’ real navigation course. \n*Please contact myself via email with any course enquiries: martinwall013@gmail.com \nor click on link below for bookings: \n  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.maxadventures.co.uk/event/nnas-gold-award/
CATEGORIES:Navigation,Uk Hill Wallking,UK Mountain Walking
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SUMMARY:Navigation - Bronze NNAS Award
DESCRIPTION:National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS) – Bronze Award\n\nThe course takes place over 2 days in Snowdonia and will equip you to safely enjoy hillwalking and a range of other outdoor activities without getting lost. (Mountain Rescue estimate that 80% of accidents in the hills are the result of a simple navigational error).\n\nThe course is fun and interactive\, based entirely outdoors.\n\nThe Bronze National Navigation Award is a practical hands-on award. It is aimed at people with no navigation experience whether you are new to the outdoors or have been relying on others\, guidebooks or easy well-defined routes.\n\nIt is also the starting point for many Duke of Edinburgh students\, scouts and guides and cadets who are looking to develop their outdoor skills. NNAS Bronze Award is accredited by the Scottish Credit & Qualifications Framework (SCQF) at Level 4\, and 2 SCQF credit points are awarded on completion.\n\nYour entry onto the scheme is linked to the Mountain Training D-Log system\, enabling you to use a single system to record NNAS and progression to Hill and Mountain Leadership Awards if you should so desire.\n\nThe syllabus of the Bronze National Navigation Award teaches navigation in the countryside using paths tracks and other linear features. Basic map interpretation and compass work are also included.\n  \n————————————————————————- \nSyllabus \nNavigate using a variety of maps and scales. \nUse 4 and 6 figure grid references with worded descriptions to define the position of a map feature and to locate a feature on the ground. \nOrientate the map using handrails\, obvious point features and major landforms. \nUse linear features (e.g. paths\, tracks\, clear boundaries) as handrails in simple navigation exercises. \nRelate prominent landforms such as large hills and valleys to corresponding contour information on the map. \nOrientate the map by aligning a compass needle against grid north and be aware that magnetic variation causes an inaccuracy. \nUse an orientated map to confirm the direction of travel. \nUse clearly identifiable features to confirm position along the route and to recognise when the target has been overshot. \nMeasure horizontal distance on the map and estimate distance on the ground using timing\, pacing and simple visual judgements e.g.100m. \nPlan and implement simple routes and navigation strategies based on the above skills. \nRecognise a navigation error within a few minutes and apply simple relocation techniques using handrails and prominent features. \nDemonstrate an awareness of local and national access issues\, access legislation\, personal responsibilities and the Countryside Code. \nDemonstrate appropriate knowledge of walking equipment\, safety equipment and emergency procedures. \n  \n——————————————————— \nCourse details: \nThis course runs over two days. You must complete the full course in order to achieve the Bronze NNAS Award. All training (and assessment) will be delivered practically in the outdoors rather than in a classroom. This is a ‘hands-on’ real navigation course. \n*Please contact myself via email with any course enquiries: martinwall013@gmail.com \nor click on link below for bookings: \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.maxadventures.co.uk/event/navigation-bronze-nnas-award/
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