Navigation Training

The Mazamas offer several ways you can practice map, compass, and GPS use.

Mt. Tabor navigation practice course
This course at a local park in SE Portland teaches more involved navigation skills such as reading UTM coordinates and some basic compass use.
Read complete details here

Mazama Lodge Orienteering course
This course, created in 2010, gives you yet another good reason to have a walk around the Lodge and practice basic map reading skills.
Read complete details here

Wilderness Navigation Skill Builder class
Solidify your understanding of map, compass and GPS use with this 2 lecture, 1 field day class, taught twice a year.
Read complete details on the Skill Builder page under Education and Classes