This comprehensive guidebook is perfect for beginners who want to learn how to read a map and compass for the first time, as well as for advanced map readers looking to improve their skills. Packed full of first-hand experience and practical tips to offer all readers the inspiration and information they need to get ‘out there’ and explore the landscapes for themselves.
Chapters cover understanding a map, grid references, contours, planning your walks, taking bearings, walking with a compass, timing and pacing, navigating in rain, mist and darkness, what to do when you get lost and navigating abroad.
- Plenty of illustrative map extracts, graphics and diagrams
- Advanced techniques for night and poor visibility navigation
- Advice on GPS and digital mapping technologies
- Advice on what to do when you get lost!
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- Authors:
- Hawkins, Pete
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Format:
- Paperback
- ISBN:
- 9781852845988
- Number of Pages:
- 176
- Publication Date:
- 13/11/2019
- Publisher:
- Cicerone Press
- Year Published:
- 2024
- Publication Date:
- 13/11/2019
- Place of Publication:
- Kendal
- Language:
- English
- Imprint:
- Cicerone Press
- SKU:
- 9781852845988