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Introduction to Navigation Class- Hillsboro
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Date : May 4, 2010
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 Introduction to Navigation Class                                                       


Hiking on trails is a lot of fun but getting lost is not! Join us and pick up a few basic navigation skills that might help you stay on track during your spring and summer adventures!

This class will cover the following:
• Introduction to map reading and map key interpretations
• Introduction to understanding the compass including; declination and true north vs. magnetic north
• Taking a compass bearing
• Brief description of GPS function.

Space is limited, please arrive early. Bring your own compass for a hands-on experience as limited compasses will be available for use.

The first 50 people to arrive will receive a complimentary Green Trails Map and will be entered in the contest and one lucky person will win this book written by Craig Romano, Day Hiking, Olympic Peninsula.

May 4, 7pm
REI Hillsboro
2235 NW Allie Avenue
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 617-6072