Map and Compass

Cicerone Press

Nonfiction, Sports, Outdoors, Hiking, Outdoor Skills
Cover of the book Map and Compass by Pete Hawkins, Cicerone Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Pete Hawkins ISBN: 9781849657709
Publisher: Cicerone Press Publication: August 22, 2013
Imprint: Cicerone Press Language: English
Author: Pete Hawkins
ISBN: 9781849657709
Publisher: Cicerone Press
Publication: August 22, 2013
Imprint: Cicerone Press
Language: English

This comprehensive guidebook to navigation with a map and compass, but also with advice about using GPS and digital mapping systems, aims to help readers make the most of their outdoor experiences by learning how to use the map compass correctly. The techniques described will give readers the freedom to get away from the crowds, invent their own routes and discover new areas, even where the GPS fails. Chapters cover understanding a map, features, grid refs, contours; planning walks carefully; taking bearings, walking with a compass; timing, pacing and other techniques; what to do when you get lost and in poor visibility or darkness; navigating abroad and GPS and other digital technology. Packed with useful practical exercises and examples. Written by an experienced navigation trainer.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This comprehensive guidebook to navigation with a map and compass, but also with advice about using GPS and digital mapping systems, aims to help readers make the most of their outdoor experiences by learning how to use the map compass correctly. The techniques described will give readers the freedom to get away from the crowds, invent their own routes and discover new areas, even where the GPS fails. Chapters cover understanding a map, features, grid refs, contours; planning walks carefully; taking bearings, walking with a compass; timing, pacing and other techniques; what to do when you get lost and in poor visibility or darkness; navigating abroad and GPS and other digital technology. Packed with useful practical exercises and examples. Written by an experienced navigation trainer.

More books from Cicerone Press

Cover of the book Ski Touring and Snowshoeing in the Dolomites by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Tour of the Lake District by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book The Peaks of the Balkans Trail by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Cycling in the Yorkshire Dales by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Walking in the Drakensberg by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Walking on La Palma by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Cycling Lon Las Cymru by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book The Swiss Alpine Pass Route - Via Alpina Route 1 by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book The Sierras of Extremadura by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Treks and Climbs in Wadi Rum, Jordan by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Walking on Dartmoor by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book The Ayrshire and Arran Coastal Paths by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Polar Exploration by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Walking in Austria by Pete Hawkins
Cover of the book Mountain Biking in the Lake District by Pete Hawkins
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy