Lecture 4 Topic: Map use and Navigation in the Mountains

Activity Notes

The module we will be covering on April 2nd is: Navigation in the Mountains! The schedule for the evening is: 6:00 PM     Doors Open 6:30 PM     Announcements/Introductions 6:40 PM     Map Use and Navigation in the Mountains 7:30 PM     Breakout Session 9:00 PM     Clear the Building by 9:30 PM By the end of the lecture and your navigation field session, you should be able to (9th ed. FOTH pg #?s): Know where to find the maps and route information necessary to prepare for an alpine climb. MAZ Be able to determine distances between points on a topographical map. p.93 Determine changes in elevation between points on a topographic map. p.93 Be able to read contour lines on a topographical map and distinguish terrain features. p.92 Using a compass orientate your topographical map to the real world. p.102-110 Be able to mark UTM coordinates on a map. MAZ + p.122-123 Be able to determine UTM coordinates from a map. MAZ + p.122-123 Be able to take a bearing with a compass. p.103-110 Understand the advantages and limitations of GPS as opposed to map and compass. p.111, 118-119 Understand the concept of situational awareness. MAZ For those using the 8th edition, your page numbers are pp. Chp 5, pp 34-35, 111-113, 351-356, & 489-494 Your team leaders will provide you with information RE the breakout sessions.
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