Don't rely solely on your phone. Experts explain why a paper map and compass are essential for wilderness safety.

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This material is taken from Chapter 6 - Wilderness Travel from The Backpackers Field Manual by Rick Curtis. For more details on this exciting book check out The Backpacker's Field Manual Page. This ...

A compass is defined as an instrument that gives you direction and helps you get your bearings. It is an object of utility. That is, until a designer or jeweler gets their hands on it. Then, the ...

In The Forest, it can be easy to get lost in the dangerous wilderness and labyrinth-like cave systems, but if you have the Map and Compass you will have an easier time keeping track of where you have ...

Historically, there have been two tools to help guide us in our travels. One is a map, and the other is a compass. They are two very different things. A map is a drawn out picture of freeways and ...