Map and Compass Land Navigation | Part 1

Map and Compass Land Navigation | Part 1 - Topo Maps

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This short series will teach you everything you need to know to use a map and compass to navigate successfully in any environment. I'll be covering:
* Topographical Maps
* Compasses
* How to orient a map to the terrain
* How to find your location on a map using a technique called resection
* How to determine your pace count
* How to get a bearing
* How to plan a route
* And how to stay on course using terrain association
Knowing how to use a map and compass is not only a great skill to have, it's also a lot of fun. So hit the trails to stay fit and learn a new skill while you're at it.
Topo maps can be purchased at www.USGS.gov. Later in the series I will show you a great resource to print topo maps right from your computer of the exact areas you want to explore and at the scale you need.
Here's a link to a great compass for land nav, and you buy from clicking this link it helps my channel...
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@clairejohnson7809 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful no matter what country you live in! The graphics were helpful. People always calling out mountain rescue in the peak/lake districts here in UK going out with no torch, map or anything of use!

@WildWonderfulWeekends 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback Claire! I very much appreciate it. I'm hoping to add 2 more videos to this series very soon (when weather cooperates a little more). ;) Happy trails!

@Sew_Country 3 жыл бұрын

I know nothing about navigating but I know it is a skill I should learn!!

@WildWonderfulWeekends 3 жыл бұрын

Keep watchin' and you'll know enough to be dangerous. ;)

@rkatrails Жыл бұрын

I was familiar with everything except the draw. Now I've picked up knowledge of the draw features on a topo. Thanks.

@WildWonderfulWeekends Жыл бұрын

Thank you for checking out my videos! I really appreciate it.

@wendingourway 3 жыл бұрын

A fantastic skill to have in one's arsenal for sure...thanks for sharing an important lesson...

@WildWonderfulWeekends 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!! It was one of my favorite things I learned in the Army. I hope people have a look at the videos as they come out and give it a shot themselves. Take care!

@helensilver1381 2 жыл бұрын

This is an excellent basic lesson in reading a topographic map. I am looking forward to the lessons about the compass. Thank you

@WildWonderfulWeekends 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Helen! I hope you enjoy them. Take care!

@jimterrito1353 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video. There are several on KZfaq but yours are full of information and taught in a understandable way. Great job!

@WildWonderfulWeekends 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim! Much appreciated my friend.

@SiskoCisco 3 жыл бұрын

Just want to say this is a really great guide, especially the quiz at the end. Been studying for a while now so I'm glad I'm learning

@WildWonderfulWeekends 3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, thanks so much for the feedback! I will be finishing the series in the next few days and giving some tips on how to keep your land nav skills sharp. I hope you like them. Take care!

@dwaynerobertson383 3 жыл бұрын

Very clear and concise. Nicely done. Looking forward to this series. Keep 'em coming.

@WildWonderfulWeekends 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dwayne! I appreciate the feedback my friend. I hope you enjoy the rest as they come out!

@James_Bowie 3 жыл бұрын

Very good use of graphics to explain saddles, draws, etc. 👍

@WildWonderfulWeekends 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you James! Much appreciated sir.

@g5photographyoutdoors763 3 жыл бұрын

Love it!! Looking forward to the future navigation videos!! I can look at a topo and make since of it, but didn’t know the technical terms, thanks!

@WildWonderfulWeekends 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend, that means a lot. I was a little hesitant to do a series on land-nav because I wasn't sure people would be interested. You've given me encouragement! ;) Take care!