Night Navigation: NJ

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

3–4 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have a moderate level of fitness, comfortable with walking over uneven terrain at night for several hours.

Overview

Take on the challenge of navigating by map and compass under the stars with Night Navigation: NJ. Master crucial outdoor skills while exploring New Jersey’s beautiful night landscapes.

Middletown Township, New Jersey

Night Navigation: NJ

$85 per person | Ages 16+

Select participants and date

Date

Fri, Oct 3

Travelers

2

Adventure Photos

About This Adventure

Embark on an exhilarating night navigation course that challenges your skills with map and compass. Learn essential techniques like pacing, celestial navigation, and route planning in stunning locations across New Jersey and New York. This unique experience promises to enhance your outdoor expertise under the stars, making it truly unforgettable.

Using a map and compass at night is considered a specific and challenging skill. Night navigaiton relies on another ksill set that you'll learn during thiss course. Pacing, celestial navigation, light choices, route planning, altimeter use and much more!

Locations: Allamuchy State Park, NJ Cheesequake State Park, NJ Monmouth County, NJ Norvin Green State Forest, NJ Catskill Mountains, NY Columbia, NJ

Cost Per Person: $85.00 Course Length: 5 hours

What's included: Map, compass, red light, celestial chart, group altimeter

*We offer discounted group and scouting organization rates. Please call or email our office for more information.

Adventure Tips

Always Bring a Headlamp

Use a headlamp with a red light setting to preserve night vision while referencing your map and compass.

Dress in Layers

Night temperatures can drop quickly even in warmer months, so wear moisture-wicking layers for comfort and warmth.

Practice Compass Skills Beforehand

Familiarize yourself with basic compass functions prior to the trip to maximize hands-on learning during the course.

Stay Hydrated

Bring water to stay hydrated, as physical exertion combined with night outdoor conditions can lead to dehydration.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Owl species like Barred Owls
White-tailed deer

History

The region has a rich legacy of Native American pathways later adapted by colonial settlers, emphasizing navigation skills through natural landmarks.

Conservation

Efforts in this area focus on preserving dark sky quality by limiting light pollution to support nocturnal wildlife and authentic night navigation experiences.