Courses

Knowing how to navigate when it really matters!!!

Navigation might not have the sex appeal of abseiling and ice climbing but in my view it is the top priority mountain skill, and one that should always be taken seriously.
Why? Well because navigational errors are the one of the most common contributory causes of mountain accidents, it is quite often the first point in a chain of events leading to more serious accidents.
Navigating may well be simple in essence, but in practice it’s a difficult skill (range of skills) to acquire. Some of us might like to lead others might like to follow!
But what if you need to walk on your own or much worse become separated from you party, lost or even injured ?
Similarly, in perfect weather conditions it can be tempting to follow your nose with a quick glance of the map here and there to check your position.
Until the weather closes in unexpectedly in darkness on unfamiliar terrain!
You can easily lose your position and confidence. Having the confidence to relocate and work out your position accurately will not only prevent things from happening but will at all times help you make the right navigational decisions
Rock Steady Mountaineering has designed specialized navigation and hill walking courses ranging from 1 to 5 days from beginner to intermediate to help you on your way to be becoming an experienced navigator giving you the confidence to get around the glorious Lake District landscape with out the need to worry.

This is our full range of courses. Please feel free to email with any questions that you may have.