The aim is to understand how to create a detailed route card for an expedition. In your teams spread out the map on a double desk. When developing your route you need to include the compass directions, height gain, a description of what you will pass, when to have lunch etc. The more detailed your route card is the easier it will be to put in to practice.
Grid References
For those that are living in Switzerland we will be looking for 12 figure grid references!
Compass - Things to Remember
Finding the Correct Compass Points in the Classroom
Using a Compass in the Wild
Also make sure that you are not holding the compass next to metal as the compass will be attracted to it.
Distance to Travel
Height
Points of Interest
Time of Travel