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Wayfinding: A Journey in Natural and Traditional Navigation

“Natural navigation is the rare art of finding your way using nature; everything outdoors is a clue, every plant, animal, cloud or star is a sign and part of our map” – Tristan Gooley

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Date
8 sept 2026
price
£90 | £105 | £120*
Location
DARTMOOR
EVENT TYPE
TRAINING
SUITABILITY
adults

Overview

Sharpen your navigation skills with WildWise. Designed for adventurers, outdoor enthusiasts, and nature lovers, this course blends the art of natural navigation with traditional map and compass techniques.

Learn to interpret the landscape using environmental cues such as the sun, stars, plants, and terrain, while gaining confidence in reading topographical maps and mastering compass bearings. Guided by an experienced instructor, this hands-on course offers practical exercises and immersive scenarios to enhance your natural awareness and ensure you only get lost if you really want too.

Whether you’re hiking remote trails, exploring gentle countryside, or simply seeking to reconnect with nature’s rhythms, this course equips you with the tools and insights to navigate with confidence and skill. Perfect for beginners and those seeking to refresh their knowledge

* rates for individuals / voluntary-charitable organisations / businesses

What's Included

  • Expert Instruction
  • Exercise & opportunities for practice
  • Nature connection
  • Refreshments, teas & coffees

Essential Information

training course Reviews

I enjoyed the whole experience very much. The site is so beautiful, everyone was so welcoming and lovely, and Tom’s way of teaching was very engaging and fun. He clearly has tons of knowledge on the subject and was such pleasure to listen to. Given the time restrictions I really don’t think he could have packed any more information or tips. Altogether it was a brilliant day!
ElenaWayfinding, Sept 2025
John DoeCEO
Tom's course was fantastic, packed with useful information and fascinating background on how to read and navigate the land using nature's clues as well as a map and compass. Tom is a very enthusiastic and patient instructor. I can't recommend it enough. Would love to do this again... feels like there is so much to learn!
JoannaWayfinding, Sept 2025

** Early Bird Special Offer – £150 off year long training programmes**

With 2027 dates now confirmed for: Call of the Wild (Outdoor Leadership), Bringing the Bones (Rites of Passage Leadership) and Holding the Tail of the Wolf (Storytelling training),  take advantage of a £150 early bird discount on all bookings made before the end of the year. See more here.