Location: Dartmoor National Park
Meeting Point: 67 - 71 B3212 car park
Address: 67 - 71 B3212, Princetown, Yelverton, PL20
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Join us for a land nav around Princetown, Dartmoor. We’ll navigate across diverse terrain, visiting tors such as Hart Tor, Black Tor, Raddick Hill, Cramber Tor, and South Hessary Tor. This adventure is designed to help you put your navigation skills into practice in a real outdoor environment. Whether you’ve attended our basics to navigation workshop or just want to test your skills, this challenge offers an exciting way to explore Dartmoor’s landscape alongside fellow club members and their dogs. This will be a dog and human adventure.
What to Bring:
Water (for you and your dog)
Weather appropriate clothing
Hiking boots or sturdy footwear
Compass
OS Map
Notebook
Pens/pencils
Notes from workshop
Highlighters/colored pens
Ruler
Leash (if bringing your dog)
Personal medication and basic first aid supplies
Fully charged mobile phone and portable charger (optional)
Optional: snacks and mug for drinks
Important Information:
Dartmoor weather can change quickly — please come prepared for all conditions.
Please keep dogs on leads in sensitive areas, especially near livestock.
Stay with the group and notify a leader if you need to leave early.
Parking is available at the meeting point.
Membership Requirement:
This event is only open to members of the K9 Commando Adventure Club. To join the club and sign up for future adventures, head over to our Shop page. You can also read more about the club here.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out before the day.
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Date: Saturday, 23 August 2025
Time: 9:00 – 12:00
Location: Dartmoor National Park
Meeting Point: 67 - 71 B3212 car park; PL20
What3Words: ///deep.strictest.printingOverview: This outdoor land navigation activity involves hiking across varied open moorland near Princetown, Dartmoor. Participants will use maps and compasses to locate key tors including Hart Tor, Black Tor, Raddick Hill, Cramber Tor, and South Hessary Tor. Open to Adventure Club members and their dogs, this event focuses on putting navigation skills into practice in a real-world environment.
Hazard | Who Might Be Harmed | Control Measures
Uneven, steep, or slippery terrain
Participants and dogs
Participants advised to wear appropriate footwear. Route planned with regular check-ins and breaks.
Poor visibility, fog, or getting lost
Participants and dogs
Map and compass navigation reinforced. Group leaders monitor progress. Participants must stay with the group unless cleared by leaders. Emergency contact info collected.
Extreme or changeable weather (heat, cold, rain, wind)
Participants and dogs
Participants advised to bring weather-appropriate gear. Event may be shortened or cancelled in dangerous conditions. Organizers monitor forecast closely.
Dehydration or heat-related illness
Participants and dogs
Everyone reminded to bring water. Breaks built into the route. Organizers carry extra water and monitor signs of overheating, especially in dogs.
Hypothermia or cold exposure
Participants and dogs
Layers and waterproofs strongly encouraged. Shorter route option available if weather deteriorates.
Dog aggression or fights
Participants, dogs, and the public
Dogs must remain on leads unless instructed otherwise. Participants are briefed beforehand. Organizers trained in canine first aid.
Injury from fall, trip, or overexertion
Participants and dogs
Participants briefed on terrain risks. Leaders will carry phones for emergency contact. Participants encouraged to pace themselves. Minor first aid items to be carried individually.
Medical emergencies (pre-existing conditions, allergic reactions, etc.)
Participants
Participants asked to disclose relevant info voluntarily. They are reminded to bring medications (e.g., inhalers, EpiPens). Emergency contacts collected.
Livestock encounters or wildlife disturbance
Participants, dogs, wildlife, and livestock
Dogs kept on lead at all times near livestock. Participants briefed on wildlife awareness and respectful conduct.
Dog fouling or litter
Public, wildlife, environment
Participants required to pick up after their dogs and dispose of waste properly. Leave No Trace principles encouraged.
Lost participant or separation from group
Participants and dogs
Regular headcounts taken. Leaders use What3Words to assist with navigation. Mobile phones carried for contact. Group stays together unless permission granted.
Fatigue or overexertion (human or dog)
Participants and dogs
Regular stops planned. Option to cut route short if necessary. Participants reminded this is not a race. Dogs monitored for signs of fatigue.
Ticks or Insect Bites
Participants and dogs
Participants advised to check themselves and dogs after the walk. Insect repellent recommended. Dogs on parasite prevention treatment encouraged.
Mobile Signal Issues (common on Dartmoor)
Participants
Leaders familiar with the area. Navigation done together.
Emergency Procedures
In case of emergency, call 999.
Closest hospital: Derriford Hospital, Plymouth (PL6 8DH), which is about a 30 minute car journey.
Organizers will carry a first aid kit (human and dog) and have emergency contact info for all participants. Organizers are trained in human and canine first aid.
Group leader to coordinate emergency response and stay with affected person until help arrives.
Review
This risk assessment will be reviewed at the start of the event and adjusted if necessary due to conditions on the day.
Prepared by: K9 Commando
Date: 15 July 2025