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You must complete a thorough \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/risk-assessments/\u0022 title=\u0022Risk assessments\u0022\u003Erisk assessment\u003C/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and take appropriate steps to reduce risk. Use the \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/staying-safe-safety-checklist/staying-safe-leaders/\u0022 title=\u0022Staying Safe - Leaders\u0022\u003Esafety checklist\u003C/a\u003E to help you plan and risk assess your activity. 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Have everyone think of one mode of travel that they\u2019d like to use on the trip. Some examples might be: walking, cycling, rowing, using a wheelchair, riding on horseback.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDepending on which modes of travel you discuss, you\u2019ll need some different maps. For instance, horseback riding and cycling will probably be on the road, so you\u2019d need a road map, whereas mountain biking and kayaking require you to go out into the wild, so you\u2019d probably need an Explorer map. This will be a group activity and you\u2019ll need multiple copies of different maps, so try to get hold of as many as you can, with waterproof cases and compasses. If you need some new ones, \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/shop/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Shop (Ordnance Survey)\u0022\u003Ethe OS website\u003C/a\u003E is the place to go, or your local newsagent or bookshop. Remember, all Scouts get a discount when buying from \u003Ca href=\u0022/supporters/go-outdoors/\u0022 title=\u0022GO Outdoors\u0022\u003EGo Outdoors\u003C/a\u003E!\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExpeditions and map reading are fundamental to lots of Top Awards, including several Challenge Awards and Scouts Top Awards. See if this applies to any adventurers in your group, and encourage them to think about how this session could help.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you\u2019re planning a trip or expedition outside your region or area, factor in travel to the starting point, plus transporting/hiring equipment for things like bicycles and canoes. Bear in mind that these can often add extra costs.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERun the activity\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEveryone should split into groups. Give each group the relevant maps for planning their adventure.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEach group should plan an expedition in full. They need to research where to go to do what they want to do, plot their route from start to finish and then prepare their ideas to present to everyone. They need to consider how they\u2019re going to travel to and from the start and finish points, how long it\u2019ll take and where and when to stop off along the way. Everyone should take about 45 minutes to complete a detailed draft.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf groups would rather not present their ideas, or there isn\u2019t time, they could make posters summarising the key points with a sketch map, or inviting others to come and discuss it with them. These could be stuck up where everyone can see them.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00223\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf your meeting place has internet access, allow groups to use it to complete their research. You could use the 7-day free trial for route planning online with \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://osmaps.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/52.48621,-2.21548,7\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022OS Maps (Ordnance Survey)\u0022\u003EOS Maps\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGroups should consider whether they\u2019re using the right type of map(s), whether they understand the features of their map(s) and whether they\u2019re comfortable with grid references and the scale of the map(s).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Ordnance Survey \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/blog\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Ordnance Survey blog\u0022\u003Ewebsite and blog\u003C/a\u003E have great resources for those who are unfamiliar with any of these features and tools. Make the most of the map reading tag on the blog for guidance.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00225\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELeaders and helpers can circulate and join in group discussions. They should check that each group has remembered to include an appropriate InTouch procedure for the activities planned, and discuss with groups why having this set up in advance is so important.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOnce groups have settled on the kind of adventure they want to do, they need to start planning specifically for their activity. They could use the drop-down guidance below to help.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null},{"type":"fullWidth","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck out the documents that are relevant to your walk, for example \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-countryside-code\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022The Countryside Code\u0022\u003EThe Countryside Code\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/countryside-code\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022NI Countryside Code (NI Direct)\u0022\u003ENorthern Ireland Countryside Code\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/sites/default/files/2018-05/Publication%202005%20-%20Scottish%20Outdoor%20Access%20Code.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Outdoor access - Scotland\u0022\u003EScottish Outdoor Access Code\u003C/a\u003E. Use the enclosed information to work out how you can be considerate to others and leave no trace of your activities behind.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOrient your map with your compass. If you need help with this, see \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/guides/beginners-guide-to-using-a-compass/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Beginners guide to using a compass\u0022\u003EOrdnance Survey\u0027s beginners guide to using a compass\u003C/a\u003E. Check for landmarks to look out for as another way of getting your bearings.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPlot your route. It\u2019s easiest and cheapest for most to start out at your meeting place. Work out the final location for each day. This should be somewhere to spend the night, like a campsite or activity centre. Again, look out for landmarks to tick off, as well as any sites of interest and plan in comfort breaks to make the journey easier. Also, look out for areas you shouldn\u2019t visit, like busy main roads, closed-off rights of way and restricted areas, like \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.gov.uk/guidance/public-access-to-military-areas\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Public access to military areas (gov.uk)\u0022\u003Emilitary training zones\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESplit your journey into legs and mark down the grid references of your checkpoints.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli style=\u0022list-style-type: none;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse lengths of string to measure out the walk, using the distance key on your map and a pen.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMark the string every km/mile and use it to measure each leg so that each stretch covers the necessary distance.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOrganise legs to fit around the ability level and endurance of your group, and so that there\u2019s not too much or too little distance between checkpoints.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBear in mind that OS estimates average walking speed to be about 5km/h (3.1mph), but that this drops slightly with larger groups, and doesn\u2019t account for obstacles like rough terrain, gates and stiles.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse Naismith\u2019s Rule in hills or mountains and add 10 minutes to your time for each 100 metres of elevation gained.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemember to allow for toilet stops, refreshment breaks and photo opportunities.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00225\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWrite up \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/general-activity-guidance-a-z/hillwalking/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Hillwalking\u0022\u003Eroute cards\u003C/a\u003E. These should break down the details of each leg of the adventure, including:\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli style=\u0022list-style-type: none;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGrid references for each checkpoint\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe distance covered\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EJourney time\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBearing\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBrief description\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00226\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHere\u2019s an example: \u2018Follow footpath SE, through hilly coastal section with little wind cover.\u2019 Copy this out onto scrap paper or use post-its stuck on the map, whatever is most useful.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESell your trip to everyone else. Outline the challenges you\u2019ll face. Describe the opportunities for everyone. Be realistic and check that you\u2019ve made your adventure as accessible as you possibly can.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E","label":"For walking adventures"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck out the documents that are relevant to your cycle, for example \u003Ca href=\u0022http://www.highwaycodeuk.co.uk/uploads/3/2/9/2/3292309/the-official-highway-code-with-annexes-uk-en-12-04.pdf\u0022 title=\u0022The Highway Code\u0022\u003EHighway Code (Rules 59-82 for Cyclists)\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/membership/article/20140102-Road-safety-tips-for-members-0\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Road safety tips (British Cycling)\u0022\u003ERoad Safety Tips from British Cycling\u003C/a\u003E. Use the enclosed information to work out how you can be considerate to others and leave no trace of your activities behind.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOrient your map with your compass.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf you need help with this, see \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/guides/beginners-guide-to-using-a-compass/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Beginners guide to using a compass\u0022\u003EOrdnance Survey\u0027s beginners guide to using a compass\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0Check for landmarks to look out for as another way of getting your bearings.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPlot your route. It\u2019s easiest and cheapest for most to start out at your meeting place. Work out the final location for each day. This should be somewhere to spend the night, like campsites or activity centres with bike storage facilities. Again, look out for landmarks to tick off, as well as any sites of interest and plan in comfort breaks to make the journey easier. Also, look out for areas you shouldn\u2019t visit, like busy main roads, closed-off rights of way and restricted areas, like \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.gov.uk/guidance/public-access-to-military-areas\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Public access to military areas (gov.uk)\u0022\u003Emilitary training zones\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESplit your journey into legs and mark down the grid references of your checkpoints.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli style=\u0022list-style-type: none;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUse lengths of string to measure out the ride, using the distance key on your map and a pen.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMark the string every km/mile and use it to measure each leg so that each stretch covers the necessary distance.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWork out a rough average cycling speed for your group using \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.road-bike.co.uk/articles/average-speed.php\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Average speed (Road Bike)\u0022\u003Ethis calculation\u003C/a\u003E, based on your previous group rides. You\u2019ll need to factor in gradients and wind speeds.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOrganise legs to fit around the ability level and endurance of your group, and so that there\u2019s not too much or too little distance between checkpoints.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemember to allow for toilet stops, refreshment breaks and photo opportunities.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00225\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWrite up \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://members.scouts.org.uk/fs120409\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Route cards (members.scouts)\u0022\u003Eroute cards\u003C/a\u003E. These should break down the details of each leg of the adventure, including:\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli style=\u0022list-style-type: none;\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGrid references for each checkpoint\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe distance covered\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EJourney time\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBearing\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBrief description\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Col start=\u00226\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHere\u2019s an example: \u2018Follow cycle path along the canal.\u2019 Copy this out onto scrap paper or use post-its stuck on the map, whatever is most useful.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESell your trip to everyone else. Outline the challenges you\u2019ll face. Describe the opportunities for everyone. Be realistic and check that you\u2019ve made your adventure as accessible as you possibly can.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E","label":"For cycling adventures"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplore other options for travel. This might be important if walking and cycling aren\u2019t popular or accessible for everyone in your group. Different modes of travel require slightly different map and chart reading skills.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFor route planning on freshwater, check out the maps available from the \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022http://waterways.org.uk\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Inland Waterways Association\u0022\u003EInland Waterways Association\u003C/a\u003E. For ocean adventures, nautical charts can be found on \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.seachest.co.uk/british-isles-charts/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022British Isle Charts (Sea Chest)\u0022\u003ESea Chest\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECheck out the documents and guidelines that are relevant to your adventure: \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022http://www.britishwaterways.co.uk/media/documents/publications/Waterways_Code_Leaflet.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Waterways Code (British Waterways)\u0022\u003EWaterways Code\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.dofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Water-sports-safety-code.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Water sports safety code (DofE)\u0022\u003EWater sports safety code\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.bhs.org.uk/advice-and-information/the-law/highway-code\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Highway Code (BHS)\u0022\u003EHorse \u0026amp; The Highway Code\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://members.scouts.org.uk/findanactivity\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022A-Z Activities (members.scouts)\u0022\u003EScouts A-Z\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"For other adventures"}]}]}],"config":null}]},"ownerAuthor":null,"porRules":null,"id":45381,"nodeName":"Mapping your adventure","title":"Mapping your adventure","type":"activity","image":{"url":"/media/20004/go-outdoors-partner-seo-01.png?width=800\u0026height=450\u0026v=1d9bece973fedf0","caption":"Go Outdoors Partner SEO 01","type":"png","size":74968,"width":1902,"height":1100,"altText":""},"assets":[],"headerOptions":{"headerTitle":"Mapping your adventure","headerSubTitle":null,"headerCta":null,"headerCtaText":null,"headerCtaLink":null,"headerBackgroundColour":null,"showSEOImage":false,"headerBackgroundImage":null,"quickLinks":null},"searchDescription":"Use maps to plot where you\u2019ll go on your next adventure, as we brush up on route-wrangling skills.","subHeader":"Use maps to plot where you\u2019ll go on your next adventure, as we brush up on route-wrangling skills.","browserTitle":null,"silktide":"eyJjbXMiOiJVbWJyYWNvIiwiZWRpdG9yVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9wcm9kLWNtcy5zY291dHMub3JnLnVrLy91bWJyYWNvIy9jb250ZW50L2NvbnRlbnQvZWRpdC80NTM4MSJ9","canonicalUrl":"https://www.scouts.org.uk/activities/mapping-your-adventure/"}