Map and Compass (Basic Essentials) - Softcover

Jacobson, Cliff; Hodgson, Michael; Forgey, William

 
9780762740161: Map and Compass (Basic Essentials)

Synopsis

A guide for those who want to fully enjoy travelling through rough country and wilderness in complete confidence and safety. It includes hints and tips on how to find your way, and what to do if you get lost.

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About the Author

Cliff Jacobson is one of North America's most respected outdoors writers and wilderness canoe guides. He is a canoeing consultant, and the author of more than a dozen top-selling books on camping, canoeing, and navigation. He lives in River Falls, Wisconsin.

From the Back Cover

For a generation, the Basic Essentials® series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Essentials® books tell you what you need to know.
Discover techniques for:
Choosing and using the right type of compass
Using a map and compass in concert with a GPS receiver
Reading and understanding contour lines and other map features
Plotting a course and finding your way through the wilderness
Using the stars to navigate rivers, streams, and trails at night
Finding and ordering the maps you need

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