Unit Award Scheme

76231 INTRODUCTION TO HILL WALKING AND NAVIGATION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	set a map	Summary sheet
2	use a compass to take a bearing	Summary sheet
3	use linear features and attack points to aid navigation	Summary sheet
4	plan a route, including distances and timings	Summary sheet
5	use 100m pacing to work out how long it would take to walk any given distance	Summary sheet
6	walk a route with a group independently	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
7	clothing and equipment necessary for a hill walking trip	Summary sheet
8	emergency procedures to follow should there be an incident	Summary sheet
9	contours and identify two features they represent, eg knoll, saddle	Summary sheet
experienced
10	walk at least three routes, including one they have personally planned.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 29 November 2006Level - Entry Level