Required Tracker Training #4: Using Caltopo & Maps
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Sun, Feb 8, 10:00 PM - Mon, Feb 9, 1:00 AM GMT
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Qual Event for ModPlus/Strenuous Hikers
Another session to qual for our more challenging events, this one focusing on CalTopo.
This session focuses on learning to use tracker apps - CalTopo -- to track hikes in places with no cell coverage and use the track to return to your point of origin should you be separated from the group. The session is a pilot offering for 12 members at the level of Mod+ or above with CalTopo installed on their phones. You can evaluate the free version in this course, but will not be able to download a map without paying $20 for CalTopo Mobile.
We will begin with instruction and practice in reading, using, and downloading maps for route-planning, tracking, and way-finding in places with no cell coverage. Then, we will simulate the conditions of a group hike in a cell-less zone by placing phones in Airplane Mode and setting off on a short hike on side streets with pairs separating and hiking separately. Can everyone find their way back while in Airplane Mode? That is the goal for all ModPlus & Strenuous Explorers.
Be prepared to walk a mile on trails and streets
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Required Tracker Training #4: Using Caltopo & Maps
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Sun, Feb 8, 10:00 PM - Mon, Feb 9, 1:00 AM GMT
Location only visible to confirmed attendees
Hosts
About
Qual Event for ModPlus/Strenuous Hikers
Another session to qual for our more challenging events, this one focusing on CalTopo.
This session focuses on learning to use tracker apps - CalTopo -- to track hikes in places with no cell coverage and use the track to return to your point of origin should you be separated from the group. The session is a pilot offering for 12 members at the level of Mod+ or above with CalTopo installed on their phones. You can evaluate the free version in this course, but will not be able to download a map without paying $20 for CalTopo Mobile.
We will begin with instruction and practice in reading, using, and downloading maps for route-planning, tracking, and way-finding in places with no cell coverage. Then, we will simulate the conditions of a group hike in a cell-less zone by placing phones in Airplane Mode and setting off on a short hike on side streets with pairs separating and hiking separately. Can everyone find their way back while in Airplane Mode? That is the goal for all ModPlus & Strenuous Explorers.
Be prepared to walk a mile on trails and streets
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Where your group belongs