Los Angeles REI Outdoor School

Introduction to GPS Navigation (Outing)

Are you tired of getting lost on the trail? Learn the latest GPS navigation techniques to keep you headed in the right direction. Head out into the field for a day of hands-on navigation training with our expert Outdoor School instructors. You’ll practice pinpointing your location, projecting waypoints, plotting courses and creating routes out on the trail, so that you can successfully navigate through local parks and your favorite backcountry destinations. Learn to transfer information from the GPS to your map and from the map to the GPS. We will even show you how to utilize your GPS to give you driving directions to your destination (not all units have this ability). If you own a GPS unit, please bring it to get detailed instruction on its features. Demo GPS receivers will be available, as well as maps and compasses, as we enjoy a scenic hike through a local park. This class will provide an overview of the different techniques needed to fully utilize your GPS receiver. GPS Navigation Class is recommended but not mandatory to get the most out of this class.

The Outdoor School is proud to be partnering with the Autry National Center on the dates listed below. Learn more about the Autry National Center at http://www.autrynationalcenter.org/

* Advance trip sign-up is required. Call or visit any Greater Los Angeles area REI to sign up.

• Time:

  9:00am - 3:00pm

• Cost: Member: $45, Non-Member: $65

Where To Meet:

Meet at the location or REI store listed below. Directions to locations other than REI stores can be found by clicking on the link below.

Get directions to all non-store venues here.

• September 12th Autry National Center
• October 4th Huntington Beach REI
• October 25th Santa Ana REI
• November 21st Northridge REI
• December 19th Santa Monica REI
• January 16th Arcadia REI
• February 6th Santa Ana REI
• February 27th Manhattan Beach REI

WHAT TO BRING:

• Quick-dry shirt and hiking pants. If the forecast is for cool temperatures, bring along a fleece jacket or windproof shell too.
• Water-resistant or waterproof jacket/anorak in case of rain.
• Sturdy trail shoes or hiking boots, with moisture-wicking socks.
• A water bottle, such as a bicycle style or Nalgene, filled with drinking water, juice, etc.
• Sun protection (sunscreen and wide brim hats w/ retainers) and sunglasses with retainers.
• Bag lunch and snacks.
• Your GPS, however, GPS units will be available for participants to use.
• A daypack to carry it all!

REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES:

• GPS receivers will be available for participants use.
• Transportation between REI and trailhead, except when outing meets at venue.
• All park entry fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van.
• Group medical supplies and area maps.