Into the Wild - Bushwalking Navigation course

Do you want to spend more time in nature?

Perhaps get off the beaten track, away from the crowds?

REWILD'S 1 day navigation fundamentals course will give the skills and knowledge to allow yourself to confidently venture further INTO THE WILD

This hands-on navigation course is designed for bushwalkers, adventure seekers and outdoor enthusiasts wanting real-world skills for safer and more rewarding adventures.

Set in the beautiful landscapes of the Northern Rivers, this immersive one-day experience teaches the essential foundations of bush navigation through practical activities and hands-on learning.

You’ll learn how to read the landscape, understand topographical maps, take accurate compass bearings, estimate distance, and navigate confidently without relying solely on technology.

Whether you're preparing for overnight hikes, remote adventures, outdoor leadership, or simply want to feel more capable in nature, this course gives you practical navigation skills you can immediately apply on the trail.

What You’ll Learn

• Understanding topographical maps

• Map symbols, contours, scale, and terrain features

• Orientating a map using terrain and compass

• Taking and following compass bearings

• Grid references and locating positions

• Estimating distance and travel time

• Route planning basics

• Navigation strategies for bushwalking

• Pro's and con's of using app's to navigate

Who This Course Is For

• Beginner and intermediate bushwalkers

• Experienced hikers wanting more independence outdoors

• Adventure racers and trail runners

• Outdoor educators and leaders

• Any outdoor enthusiast wanting to improve safety and confidence in the bush

Course Style

This is a highly practical outdoor course with a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.

Expect a combination of short theory sessions, hands-on activities, navigation exercises and a short afternoon bushwalk to practice our newly learnt skills.

Keep you eye's open for our upcoming 2 day Advanced offtrack Navigation course launching in 2027

What To Bring

• Small backpack

• Water and lunch

• Hat and weather-appropriate clothing

• Hiking shoes

• Notebook and pen

• Compass (optional — loan compasses available)

Date

Saturday 20th February 2027

9.00 am - 3.00pm (NSW daylight savings time)

Location

Rewild You

Kunghur

Northern NSW

50mins Byron

1hr Gold Coast

2hrs Brisbane cbd

Cost

$179 + booking fee

Zipay and After pay available

Refunds are available up to 30 days prior to the event date. No refunds or transfers within 30 days. Humanitx booking fees are non-refundable. See terms and conditions for more details.

Scott Poad is an experienced outdoor leader, bushwalking guide and educator with more than 25 years spent exploring and navigating wild places across Australia.

As the founder of Rewild, Scott is passionate about helping people build confidence, resilience and a deeper connection to nature through practical outdoor skills and adventure-based learning.

With decades of experience leading groups through remote environments, Scott has developed a strong reputation for his calm leadership, practical teaching style and deep knowledge of wilderness navigation. He has worked professionally as an outdoor leader and bushwalking guide for over two decades, navigating diverse terrain ranging from dense rainforest and rugged mountain country to remote off-track wilderness areas.

Scott has also been the lead navigator for multiple adventure racing teams, where accurate route finding, terrain interpretation and decision making under pressure are critical. His real-world navigation experience extends far beyond classroom theory, bringing a practical and highly applied approach to every course he teaches.

In addition to guiding and expedition leadership, Scott works as a Bushwalking Trainer and Assessor with Klepper Training Academy, helping develop the next generation of outdoor leaders and bushwalking professionals.

Through Rewild, Scott combines traditional navigation skills, bushcraft, outdoor education and adventure to inspire people to move beyond technology, trust their instincts and confidently explore the natural world.