Pierre SECOND - Accompagnateur Moyenne Montagne

Orientation

Loire (42) et Rhône (69)

Because it's always more reassuring to know where you're going, and because orienteering is a fun and engaging activity, I present my complete orienteering course in 4 sessions. From the simply curious to seasoned orienteers, there's something for everyone!   ↓

Initiation - Lvl. 1

🔎 DESCRIPTION: Are you terrified at the thought of holding a compass? Do you get anxious and tell everyone you're "hopeless at navigation"? Come and prove yourself wrong and overcome that fear. With a little method, willpower, and above all, practice, you'll undoubtedly leave brimming with confidence and the desire to get lost in the woods. The secret is learning through play. And that's exactly what awaits you, so don't hesitate any longer, you'll thank yourself later! 😊


👕 Equipment: 0.7L of water/person / snacks for breaks / pair of comfortable sneakers suitable for walking / casual attire appropriate for the season and weather / sunscreen and cap / a warmer layer (light down jacket type) / depending on the weather: windproof jacket, neck warmer and pair of gloves.

📆 WHEN? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

🗺️ WHERE? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

HOW? Half-day trips only. Guaranteed outings with a minimum of 4 participants (unless a private request is made) and a maximum of 12. Cancellation by me: full refund. Cancellation by you less than 48 hours in advance: no refund.

💪🏼 AUDIENCE & DIFFICULTY? Suitable for all ages/families. Very easy (beginner walkers) and Easy (intermediate walkers).

💰 HOW MUCH? Adult: €10 / Child (under 12): €6 / Group (8 or more): €8 per person.

Intermediate - Lvl. 2

🔎 DESCRIPTION: If Level 1 didn't traumatize you, and instead sparked your curiosity and an insatiable desire to practice and learn more, then Level 2 - Reinforcement should meet your expectations. After a brief review of the basics already covered in Level 1, we'll get down to business, both in theory and practice, to help you become an effective orienteer, confident in your decisions. Will you be able to find the markers I've hidden for you using only the map, compass, and the methodology we'll have established? 😊


👕 Equipment: 0.7L of water/person / snacks for breaks / pair of comfortable sneakers suitable for walking / casual attire appropriate for the season and weather / sunscreen and cap / a warmer layer (light down jacket type) / depending on the weather: windproof jacket, neck warmer and pair of gloves.

📆 WHEN? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

🗺️ WHERE? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

HOW? Half-day trips only. Trips guaranteed with a minimum of 4 participants (unless otherwise requested) and a maximum of 12. Cancellation by me: full refund. Cancellation by you less than 48 hours in advance: no refund.

💪🏼 AUDIENCE & DIFFICULTY? From age 10. Suitable for all ages/families. Easy (for average walkers).

💰 HOW MUCH? Adult: €12 / Child (under 12): €8 / Group (8 or more): €10/person.

Improvement - Lvl. 3

🔎 DESCRIPTION: Still not satisfied? Was it still too easy for you? Well then, I'm going to have to pull out all the stops in this Level 3 - Advanced level. As a prelude, a review of what you learned in the first two levels will be necessary. As for the rest of the program, I'm keeping it a surprise; you'll have to come and try it out for yourself! A surprise awaits you if you complete all four sessions of the orientation cycle. 😊


👕 Equipment: 0.7L of water/person / snacks for breaks / pair of comfortable sneakers suitable for walking / casual attire appropriate for the season and weather / sunscreen and cap / a warmer layer (light down jacket type) / depending on the weather: windproof jacket, neck warmer and pair of gloves.

📆 WHEN? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

🗺️ WHERE? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

HOW? Half-day trips only. Trips guaranteed with a minimum of 4 participants (unless otherwise requested) and a maximum of 12. Cancellation by me: full refund. Cancellation by you less than 48 hours in advance: no refund.

💪🏼 AUDIENCE & DIFFICULTY? Ages 15 and up. Requires completion of Level 2 - Advanced. Suitable for all ages/families. Intermediate (for experienced hikers).

💰 HOW MUCH? Adults: €12 / Groups (8+): €10/person.

Expert - The Orientation Race [PERIODIC]

Since this activity is recurring, the location (and therefore the course) of the event will change regularly [YEAR] to diversify and challenge your orientation skills. You can therefore participate in all editions if you wish, without any risk of repetition! 😊


 🔎DESCRIPTION: If you're preparing for the Mountain Leader (Accompagnateur en Moyenne Montagne) entrance exam or you loved orienteering courses, come and try the Expert format in the form of an orienteering race of approximately 15km/effort with 10 checkpoints to find. Here, I will only have the role of organizer, observer, and guarantor of your safety, as you and you alone will be navigating and making your own decisions, with just a map and compass. Don't worry, I won't be far away. Furthermore, for safety reasons and because this is not an official exam, you will of course have the option of using your phone to contact me if needed. But the objective is obviously to respect the rules of the game and not use your mapping/GPS applications. So, ready to take on this challenge? The course will be modified every year, and the most efficient participant (10/10 checkpoints found in the shortest time) at the end of the period will be offered a place in the following year's edition to defend their hard-earned title! 😊


👕 Equipment: See the list directly with me.

📆 WHEN? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

🗺️ WHERE? Schedule (homepage) + booking available upon request.

HOW? Half-day trips only. Trips are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 participants (unless otherwise requested) and a maximum of 12. If I cancel the trip: full refund. If you cancel less than 48 hours in advance: no refund.

💪🏼 AUDIENCE & DIFFICULTY? Ages 16 and up. Requires completion of Level 3 - Improvement or preparation for the Mountain Leader (Accompagnateur en Moyenne Montagne) entrance exam. Difficult (for very experienced hikers).

💰 HOW MUCH? Adult: €25 / Group (8 or more): €22 per person.