Basic Illustrated Map and Compass, First Edition (Basic Illustrated Series) - Softcover

Book 7 of 21: Basic Illustrated

Cliff Jacobson; Lon Levin

 
9780762747627: Basic Illustrated Map and Compass, First Edition (Basic Illustrated Series)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0762747625 ISBN 13: 9780762747627
Publisher: Falcon Guides, 2008

Synopsis

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know. Wilderness guide Cliff Jacobson created the map and compass curriculum for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and here he shows easy-to-follow steps on choosing a compass, reading contour lines and other map features, using them in concert with a GPS receiver, plotting a course in the wilderness, navigating at night by the stars, and much more. 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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About the Author

Cliff Jacobson is one of North America's most respected outdoors writers and wilderness canoe guides. His experiences as a professional outfitter and canoeing consultant have resulted in more than a dozen top-selling books on camping, canoeing, navigation, and outdoor skills.

From the Back Cover

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know. Discover how to: Choose and use the right type of compass Use a map and compass in concert with a GPS receiver Read and understand contour lines and other map features Plot a course and find your way through the wilderness Use the stars to navigate rivers, streams, and trails at night Find and order the maps you need

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Publisher
Falcon Guides
Publication date
2008
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0762747625
ISBN 13 
9780762747627
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
96
Editor
Cliff Jacobson