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$79Â for REI Members
$109Â for non-members
Overview
- Minimum age14
- Group size10 people
During this class, our instructors will help you understand a topographic map, proper use of your compass, and how to put the two together. You'll learn about magnetic north, true north, and magnetic variation (declination). After covering these fundamentals, you'll get time to practice taking a bearing from the terrain and your map so that you can make sense of your position and plan a route. This engaging course is a great introduction to outdoor navigation and map reading! Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
- Confidently comprehend a topographic map
- Learn to calculate declination
- Use a compass to take a bearing, plot your position on a map, and develop a route plan.
Activity location
Lewis Morris County ParkMore directions and information
Mass transit: Take the Morristown Line from Penn Station or Hoboken to Morristown. There is a taxi stand outside the train station. Take the taxi to Lewis Morris County Park at 270 Mendham Rd. Driving details: After Turning in to the Park, pass two parking lots on left, take right onto Sunrise Lake Rd. drive down to the parking lots above the bath house. Meet there by kiosk.
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Cancellation policy
You may cancel your paid registration up to 7 days before your scheduled event for a full refund. View our Cancellation Policy . We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance to protect your investment in the event of last-minute cancellation due to injury or illness.
