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Wilderness Navigation : Finding Your Way Using Map, Compass, Altimeter & GPS

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Whether you're a hiker, backpacker, kayaker, climber, or backcountry skier, this step-by-step handbook will help you find your way

Over 150 thousand copies sold

  • Full-color maps to highlight real-life orientation methods and challenges
  • Detailed descriptions and comparison charts of recommended tools, including personal locator beacons and satellite communicators
  • Navigation exercises and practice problems
  • Guidance for adapting skills and techniques for a wide range of outdoor activities

For nearly three decades, Wilderness Navigation has been the official textbook for outdoor education courses throughout the US as well as a trusted resource for adventurers all over the world. Authors and educators Bob Burns and Mike Burns describe essential tools and proven techniques for selecting and interpreting maps, taking and following compass bearings in the field, using an altimeter, and navigating with GPS using an app or dedicated device.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781680517217
  • ISBN-10: 168051721X
  • Publisher: Mountaineers Books
  • Publish Date: April 2025
  • Dimensions: 8.45 x 5.64 x 0.27 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.87 pounds
  • Page Count: 216

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