GPS/Navigational Skills Course

Prepare yourself to travel through the backcountry. This is a course in the use of map and compass
reading with topographical maps as well as an introduction to GPS (Global Positioning System)
equipment for navigation and data collection, and route planning using computer based navigation
systems such as National Geographic TOPO!.

Students move from general compass and topographical map reading to developing more advanced map reading techniques using GPS to pinpoint locations as well as being able to determine routes in obscured weather conditions without visual cues. Map reading is
an integral skill for backcountry travel and with the use of GPS, one of the most advanced methods for
accurate position locating as a navigational aid. Both skills can be invaluable tools in emergency
situations.

Course will start in the CBMG office located at 217 1/2 Maroon (behind the Post Office) in Crested Butte.

Friday 9/24: 9am-5pm
Saturday 9/25: 9am-5pm
Sunday 9/26: 9am-5pm

Participants should be prepared for 1 classroom day and 2 days out in the field, hiking through rugged mountain terrain.

Participants Need: maps, compass, GPS unit, TOPO! program for computer (highly recommended), UTM Grid Reader Card, Lat/Long map reader.

Call, email, or stop by the CBMG offices for more info.