ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The Pathfinder Programme is a 3-day course aimed at those who wish to enhance and develop new skill sets, specifically within a rural environment. The programme focuses on land navigation, reconnaissance, river work, bushcraft, tracking fundamentals & introduces the student to mission planning & IPE.  

TOPICS COVERED

Land Navigation

GPS Navigation 

Patrol Formations

Introduction to Tracking & Anti-tracking

River Work & Crossing

Reconnaissance

Intelligence Preparation of the Environment

Mission Planning

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Prerequisite: None 

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The 3 Day course comprises of 1 Day classroom theory and 2 days of practical skills. 

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GEAR REQUIREMENTS

Required and recommended gear list will be made available on enrolment. Students will be required to pack their own rations for 48 hours as well as utilise their own vehicles as transport to and from the practical location (2hrs from the office).

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COURSE COST

R5750.00 Inclusive of VAT

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