Halifax Search and Rescue (HSAR) offers an interactive map and compass course. The course begins with an evening of classroom theory and hands-on exercises including reading and using a map and using a compass. Course participants also spend a full day in the field (a woods environment), applying their newly acquired skills, working both in small groups and individually with support from course facilitators. By course completion, participants can expect to possess new or improved skills to effectively, confidently, and accurately navigate over land using a map and compass.