Using a compass is an essential skill. It’s like having a mental roll of duct tape: You don’t know when you’re going to use it, and it might kick around unused for a long time, but when you’re in a ...
Getting to know a compass Below is a diagram of the parts of a compass. We'll then explain how to use these to navigate. 1.Compass needle: Red always points towards magnetic north. The reverse part is ...
This material is taken from Chapter 6 - Wilderness Travel from The Backpackers Field Manual by Rick Curtis. For more details on this exciting book check out The Backpacker's Field Manual Page. This ...