When you’re out walking, even if you’re just taking 2 minutes to go to a friend’s house, there will always be an element of navigation. Please read our navigation pages so you know how to start planning your hike or expedition. This includes pages on maps and compasses and how to use them.
Hiking is when you are going on a longer distance walk, usually in the countryside. Below are some useful links to advice related to hiking. There are many, many useful tips available on the internet, so browse round a few and work out what’s best for you.
Please see the separate pages of our website with information on
and wild camping
In Scouting, there are many organised hikes around Yorkshire and we have taken part in some of them, including;
The six dales hike, the Rombalds stride, the Bar t’hat walk. If you would like to take part, talk to a leader.
Some of the classic, longer distance, hikes include;
The Pennine way (the first and longest nationally recognised route)
The Yorkshire Wolds way a less hilly route; a good starter.
The 3 peaks of Britain Very tough.
Here are some more useful pages to view as part of your planning;
The countryside code; important to remember, wherever you hike
How to stay safe when hiking; planning ahead is vital
Expedition hacks from the Scout association
Wetherby Whalers E.S.U. 