Dartmoor Survival and Wilderness Skills Adventure

The Dartmoor Survival and Wilderness Skills Adventure is a trip into the remote Southern core of Dartmoor National Park which will offer you the chance to see the real side to the moor . Dartmoor is a great venue for wild camping and is one of England’s last unspoilt wildernesses. Exploring this region will give you the opportunity to see some of the regions finest scenery, wildlife and flora. We will be setting off from Princetown and exploring some of the most fascinating points en route. Over the weekend we will be wild camping in remote locations, this really is the best way to experience Dartmoor. Here is what we will get up too

Course Content

Planning a trip in remote areas
Packing and organising kit for an adventure
Map reading
Navigating using a map and compass
Finding direction without a compass (using natural techniques)
Finding and making safe water
How to set up camp efficiently
leaving no trace whilst camping
Dealing with emergencies in remote areas
Identifying flora and fauna

This weekend’s event will have a big emphasis on navigation. we will teach you all of the essential skills of navigating with a map and compass. This will include the following:

how to set your map
understanding features on your map
understanding map scales
using your compass
taking bearings
pacing
timing
giving grid references
techniques such as hand railing , contouring, using catchment features and aiming off
re -sectioning

This course is perfect for anyone seeking an adventure in a truly beautiful environment. When the weekend is over you will leave us with an increased knowledge of the outdoors and how to confidently plan and go on your own future adventures.