Tracking in Wilderness Environment June 2018

T18173: Tracking in Wilderness Environment

THIS IS THE SECOND OF THE TRACKING COURSES FOR SAR FIELD TEAM MEMBERS.

It develops the important skill of sign “cutting” - how to locate sign, determine its age and evaluate its relevance.  You will also learn how to apply decision pointing in the field, identifying specific places where there might be sign or clues.

TWE is a practically based course, meaning you will be outside much of the time so wear appropriate clothing and boots.

You need to come equipped for the weather – wet weather gear may be needed.

There will be one evening/night exercise that will finish between 7-8pm on Saturday evening.  

You must have attended and successfully completed Tracking Core Skills prior to attending this course.

GEAR LIST (please bring)
 A hi-viz vest
 Head torch and handheld torch with spare batteries
 LandSAR field guide
 LandSAR aide memoir
 LandSAR waterproof notebook
 Pen/pencil 
 Magnifying glass
 Silva prismatic compass or GPS
 Penknife
 Tracking stick