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The official navigation textbook utilized in outside schooling programs by 1000’s of studentsMap and compass abilities stay the muse for touring safely within the wilderness This new third version is a significant and full replace of the favored textbook: Improved all through for readability, with chapter targets offered firstly of every chapter and summaries, “abilities examine” mini-quizzes, and observe issues listed on the endUpdated descriptions of probably the most present maps, compasses, altimeters, and World Positioning System (GPS) receiversUpdated declination maps for the USA and the world (declination modifications over time and compasses should be adjusted for a particular location to offer appropriate readings)A lot-expanded GPS chapter, together with interfacing the GPS receiver with the house pc, maximizing battery life, and utilizing the GPS operate on a “good” telephones (together with an outline of their limitations)Extra data on non-GPS navigational techniquesRecommended web sites, apps, and different sources of helpful navigational data
From the Writer
Abilities essential for protected and gratifying wilderness journey
The place am I? How far is it to my vacation spot? Will I be capable to discover my means again? This guide reveals you methods to use orientation and navigation to reply these most regularly requested questions in wilderness journey. By the point you end studying this information, you’ll have an excellent deal with on the instruments of navigation and the confirmed methods of top-notch navigators, who’ve acquired their abilities via years of roaming—and being misplaced in—the wilderness. You should have the fundamental information to move into the wilds, work out the best way to your vacation spot, and, most significantly, discover your means house.
-Bob and Mike Burns
Writer : Mountaineers Books; third version (February 24, 2015)
Language : English
Paperback : 176 pages
ISBN-10 : 1594859450
ISBN-13 : 978-1594859458
Merchandise Weight : 4.6 ounces
Dimensions : 5.8 x 0.6 x 8.4 inches
