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Basics of Land Navigation (Class)

Map and Compass and GPS: two valuable tools to any outing. Join our REI Outdoor School instructor as we teach you the basics of how to use your map and compass and GPS receiver. We’ll show you how to read a map, orient it to match your surrounding and the differences between true north and magnetic north. We’ll also show you how to plot your current position on your map. Then, we’ll talk about GPS receivers and how they use space age technology to help you figure out exactly where you are! Please bring your GPS unit and compass if you’ve got them, however, GPS units will be available for class use.

Also, join us for any of our three navigation outings and get a reduced combination price:

Map & Compass navigation: where we’ll show you how to shoot bearings and triangulate your position in greater detail.

GPS Navigation: where we’ll show you how to mark waypoints, create routes, and leave a virtual ‘breadcrumb trail’ as you travel along.

Geocaching: the GPS game that is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities across the country.

* Advance registration is required. Call or visit any DC area REI to sign up.

Time:
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Member: $20, Non-Member: $40

Where To Meet:

Meet at the location or REI store listed below. If the program meets at a location other than a REI store, a member of the Outdoor School staff will contact you to coordinate directions.

May 8th Baileys Crossroads REI
May 27th Rockville REI
June 19th Timonium REI
June 24th Fairfax REI
July 10th College Park REI
July 29th Rockville REI
August 5th Fairfax REI
August 26th Baileys Crossroads REI
September 9th Timonium REI

WHAT TO BRING:

Your compass and GPS, however, we will have a selection of these available for participants to use.

REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES:

Compasses, GPS units and sample maps.

REI Outdoor School Cancellation Policy

To be courteous to all customers, we request you notify REI Outdoor School at least 48 hours prior to the trip if you intend to cancel; late cancellations will not be refunded. Class or Outing cancellations on the part of REI Outdoor School will be refunded in full, regardless of timeframe. Inclement weather does not necessarily cancel an event; REI Outdoor School will contact you in the event of a cancellation.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

REI Outdoor School strives to provide the best outdoor education programs possible. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee ensures that our classes and outings at REI Outdoor School meet your high standards - or we will gladly offer your choice of a refund or a chance to re-take the class/outing.

Waitlists

In order to keep our instruction personable, space on our classes and outings is limited. If you are interested in an activity that has filled, we would be happy to place you on a waitlist for that event. If space opens, we will contact the list in the order you signed up, but we are unable to hold that spot if we're unable to speak with you directly. Providing us with your best contact information increases your chances of joining us.

Availability

Classes and outings are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. Should a program be cancelled or a rescheduled, all registered participants will be notified.