Would you like one?topographic map can read? ThatcompassHow do you use that correctly?
Go withto trust and go out independently'in the outdoors' and enjoy even more what nature teaches ushikers ortrail runners can offer.
On the agenda
16 november 2024
Chartreuzenbos, Holsbeek
Walenbos, Houwaart
9.30am
All workshops take place outside.
It is possible to register separately for just a theory and/or practical workshop and/or night.
Our classic and famous workshops
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Theory
± 2.5h €20 pp
Location: Chartreuzenbos, Holsbeek
We introduce the topographical map and compass. How can we use both tools together, eg. for walking direction and determination of your position ?
Practice (during the day)
± 3.5 hours €20 pp
Location: Lindenbos, Linden
We goon step, and apply the theory to a specific area, withconcrete exercises.
Practice (dark)
± 3.5 hours €20 pp
Location: Walenbos, Houwaart
In the dark or in the fog you have to rely on a limited set of tools. How do you proceed then?
What do we teach you?
We give you thebasics from themap readingand compass use with you, which you will be able to use during your own outdoor adventures. Or maybe on one of oursCheckpoint Challenges orTopotrails?
During the daypractice sessions we go out and simulate the typical navigation situations and the type of assignments that you will be presented with during these trail run competitions.
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Why should I take a map with me on my (running/walking) trips?
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What elements can you find on a topographic map? Which elements do you recognize around you?
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How do you determine your position?
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How do you interpret the contour lines?
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How do you determine a viewing or walking direction?
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How do you calculate the walking distance?
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What are the coordinates of a certain point?
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What are the nicest, most challenging or most idyllic options in terms of walking or running route?
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How do you navigate without prominent points?
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And what if it's dark?
What do you need to bring ?
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A compass - If you don't have one, you can rent or purchase one with us
- A ruler
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A drawing pencil or pen
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A compass (to draw circles)
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A headlamp (for night practice)
Special edition
Navigate to your outdoor coffee!
All day €75 pp
Location: Langdorp, Rillaar
Learn in 1 daynavigate andfresh outdoor coffee to make.
In association withCoffeeCrusader.be we deliver alloutdoor and coffee lovers a day to really enjoy.
What do we teach you?
We start (of course) with a good cup of coffee, and with the basics of map reading. Because with a (paper/digital) topo map you can already go a long way. During this introductory theory session are will learn:
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why you should take a map with you on your running or walking adventures
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which elements and information you will find on it
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how to use contour lines and coordinates
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how to determine a walking direction and distance
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how a compass works and how you can use it when navigating
After all this, it's 'coffee time'. Coffee drinkers among us regularly crave their 'cup of energy' on the go. The CoffeeCrusader provides all the information to be able to serve yourself the best coffee during your outdoor activities.​
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why do certain coffee beans taste better than others?
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what different devices can I take with me on my trips?
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freshly ground coffee beans, how do I do that in the middle of nature?
Devices such as the Aeropress, Moka pot and Percolator are discussed.
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We will go out together for the rest of the day. Through some practical and educational exercises with map and compass, and all necessary coffee attributes in our backpack, we move to a beautiful place where you then get to work on making your perfect coffee, in the middle of nature.
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Got hungry? We close in style, with fresh pancakes, because yes ... that's something that goes well with that coffee...
What do you need to bring ?
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A compass - If you don't have this, you can use this one toorent or purchase with us
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A ruler
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A drawing pencil or pen
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A thermos
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A daypack
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Appropriate clothing and footwear
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Your own packed lunch
Weto sell andrent out top quality navigation material from theSwedish brand Silva oninteresting prices
30€ (incl. VAT)
45€ (incl. VAT)
20€ (incl. VAT)
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You will receive a payment request after registration.
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Ready for the bigger work?
Maybe oursTopotrail Trophy orCheckpoint Challenge something for you?