Uncommon Adventures
Learn. Explore. Outdoors.
What we do
At Uncommon Adventures, we believe the best place to learn is outdoors. We host fun and dynamic Map and Compass Classes across a number of locations in the greater Seattle area. Our experienced instructors provide participants with the opportunity to develop skills they can apply in every-day life.
What a typical class looks like:
An introduction to reading maps (along with terrain association, and techniques to navigate and route - without a compass)
Instruction on how to use a compass and how to adjust for declination, shoot and follow a bearing.
A detailed overview on how to take bearings and trip planning and navigating to a destination on the map.
Practice sessions on how to triangulate and find a position on the map.
Question and answer session
Participants will have the opportunity to practice their skills and become increasingly proficient in understanding surroundings, pinpointing location, and navigating to a destination. All participants will receive a handout.
Our map and compass classes are suitable for those with and without experience and are limited to those aged 12+.
Where we teach
The Ballard Locks
Enhance your map and compass skills at one of Seattle’s favorite places for residents and visitors alike. The Ballard Locks boasts botanical gardens, a salmon ladder, and great boat watching. Conveniently located just north of downtown Seattle and right next to Seattle’s bustling Ballard neighborhood, this location offers a more urban experience than our State Park class options.
Lake Sammamish State Park
Gain map and compass experience at Lake Sammamish’s scenic 531-acre park. With millions of visitors every year, Lake Sammamish is the 6th largest lake in Washington, and is home to a variety of wildlife.
Saint Edwards State Park (Coming Soon!)
Learn new navigation skills across the sprawling lawns and lush forested trails of Saint Edward State Park. This 326-acre park hugs the eastern shore of Lake Washington (the second largest natural lake in the state) and is surrounded by low forest.
Classes Offered
These classes are perfect for families, those celebrating something special, or community groups. They’re also great for those looking to book outside of our standard class dates/times.
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Private Classes
Enhance your map and compass skills with others! Our group classes have maximum of 10 participants per instructor. These classes are currently available at the Ballard Locks in Seattle and Lake Sammamish State Park in Kirkland.
Lake Sammamish State Park (10 AM - 2 PM)
Ballard Locks (9 AM - 12:30 PM)
Group Classes
Looking for your next company team-building event? Book a Map and Compass Class for your team.
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Corporate Team-Building
Upcoming Group Classes
Saturday, May 24th @ The Ballard Locks
9 AM - 12:30 PM PT
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3.5 Hours
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$100/Person
Sunday, June 1st @ The Ballard Locks
9 AM - 12:30 PM PT
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3.5 Hours
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$100/Person
Saturday, June 7th @ Lake Sammamish State Park
10 AM - 2:00 PM PT
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4 Hours
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$100/Person
Contact Us
Interested in learning more but not ready to book? Questions about our private classes? Looking for your next corporate team building activity? We’d love to hear from you!
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