Master the Art of Compass Navigation

Enhance Your Paddleboarding Skills with Precision Navigation

Join us for an immersive experience in compass navigation, designed to elevate your paddleboarding adventures with expert guidance and practical skills.

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The Importance of Compass Navigation

Navigating with a compass is crucial for paddleboard touring, ensuring safety and preparedness in diverse conditions. By mastering these skills, paddlers can confidently explore new waters, relying on traditional navigation techniques that complement modern technology. This course empowers you with the knowledge to handle unexpected challenges and enhances your overall paddleboarding experience.

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Course Topics

Compass Basics

Learn the fundamentals of compass navigation, including understanding cardinal directions and degrees.

Explore Basics

Taking Bearings & Following a Course

Master the art of setting and following a heading, and adjust for drift caused by wind and current.

Learn Bearings

Triangulation and Position Fixing

Utilize landmarks and your compass to accurately determine your location and enhance your navigation skills.

Understand Triangulation

Course Structure Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to build your confidence in compass navigation, starting with an hour of engaging theory followed by practical application on the water.

1

Theory Session

Begin with an introduction to compass basics, understanding cardinal directions, and learning how to properly use a marine compass.

2

Practical Application

Apply your knowledge on the water by setting and following a heading, adjusting for drift, and using triangulation techniques.

3

Advanced Techniques

Explore advanced navigation methods such as dead reckoning, and learn to navigate using natural cues and landmarks.

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