Compass Types & Models, Map, and Notebook
- terrycampbell1954
- Jan 9
- 1 min read
Updated: Mar 8
(Covers essential navigation tools and techniques)
This article highlights the essential tools of navigation in the wilderness: a compass, a map, and a notebook. It explains the practical applications of each, such as setting bearings, recording landmarks, and planning routes. Various compass models (e.g., Silva Explorer and Cammenga lensatic) are discussed, emphasizing their features like night visibility and declination adjustments. The piece also explores advanced techniques like triangulation and ground map-making, underlining how these tools empower explorers to navigate confidently and precisely.
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