I am sure you will recall my recent presidential columns over the last few years in Navigation News, often related to my own outdoor adventures. On a number of occasions I also commented on the sometimes dangerous over-reliance on smartphone-based mapping and guidance, and the lack of knowledge and awareness of people venturing into the great outdoors. I also 'suggested' that I thought it would be appropriate for a Special Interest Group to be formed within the RIN to champion the navigational aspects of outdoor adventure and leisure activities. Although a number of people came forward to volunteer to become involved no natural leader emerged to take the initiative further Well now that I have handed over the presidential chalice to Cynthia I will accept my own challenge and I will try and take this nascent group forward.
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