Map and Compass

By Pete Hawkins

A comprehensive guidebook to navigation with a map and compass. The book covers both map reading and compass use for beginners and techniques for advanced map readers looking to improve their skills. Chapters cover understanding a map, grid references, contours, taking bearings, walking with a compass, timing and pacing, 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

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1852845988
• ISBN13: 9781852845988
• Release Date: August 2013
• Publisher: Cicerone Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.4" x 8.4"