Course Information
Have you ever been caught out on a walk as night falls? Or perhaps you’ve always wanted to try night walking but lacked the confidence?
This four-hour course will equip you with essential navigation skills to explore and enjoy the outdoors safely after dark. You’ll learn how to adjust your pacing and timing for nighttime conditions, use relocation techniques when visibility is low, and apply navigation strategies to stay on course.
The course will be run in the Ochils, starting at the village of Menstrie, 6 to 10pm.
Kit and Equipment - What to Bring?
Please bring the following:
- Waterproof jacket and trousers
- Warm layers
- Walking boots
- Hat and gloves
- Day rucksack with snacks, water, flask with hot drink
- 2 x head torches
- Compass
- Map case
