{"id":2420,"date":"2010-09-17T15:54:24","date_gmt":"2010-09-17T15:54:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.walkhighlands.co.uk\/news\/?p=2420"},"modified":"2021-01-17T13:12:00","modified_gmt":"2021-01-17T13:12:00","slug":"learn-to-navigate-at-the-grey-mares-tail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walkhighlands.co.uk\/news\/learn-to-navigate-at-the-grey-mares-tail\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn to navigate at the Grey Mare's Tail"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Next week, outdoor enthusiasts are invited to join the Ranger at the National Trust for Scotland\u2019s Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve, near Moffat, to learn how to navigate in the mountains.<\/p>\n

Knowing how to navigate with a map and compass is an essential skill for those who want to explore the hills safely, so this is the ideal opportunity to learn from the mountain leader qualified expert. <\/p>\n

Senior Ranger Richard Clarkson said, “Come along and learn new skills whilst exploring the stunning landscapes of the Grey Mare\u2019s Tail safely \u2013 under expert guidance. Bring a map – either Landranger sheet 79, or preferably Explorer sheet 330 – and a compass if you have one.<\/p>\n

“If we\u2019re lucky we may see the Peregrine Falcons nesting in the crags \u2013 and be joined by the herd of hairy mountain goats who know the area very well! It promises to be a great day out \u2013 book now to secure your place.”<\/p>\n

The event takes place on Sunday 26 September from 9am to 5pm. Prices are adults \u00a310.00 and children \u00a35.00 and booking is essential. For further information and booking please contact 0844 493 2249.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Next week, outdoor enthusiasts are invited to join the Ranger at the National Trust for Scotland\u2019s Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve, near Moffat, to learn how to navigate in the mountains. Knowing how to navigate with a map and compass is an essential skill for those who want to explore the hills safely, so this is the ideal opportunity to learn from the mountain leader qualified expert. Senior Ranger Richard Clarkson said, “Come along and learn new skills whilst exploring the stunning landscapes of the Grey Mare\u2019s Tail safely \u2013 under expert guidance. Bring a map – either Landranger sheet…<\/span> <\/p>\n

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