Step-by-step navigation instructions for maps, compass, altimeter, and GPS ensure reliable wayfinding in the outdoors
Full-color maps and illustrations provide clear, real-life orientation methods and challenges
Detailed descriptions and comparison charts of recommended tools, including personal locator beacons and satellite communicators, support safe and effective navigation
Navigation exercises and practice problems reinforce learning and build confidence in the field
Updated content on GPS, topographical maps, and magnetic declination keeps readers informed of the latest trends and changes
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This premium instructional book featuring 216 full-color glossy pages, emphasizes core and foundational navigation skills using a compass and map.
For thirty years, Wilderness Navigation has been the official textbook used in outdoor education courses across the country, with more than 150,000 copies sold. Authors Bob Burns and Mike Burns
Author
Bob Burns, Mike Burns
Publisher
Mountaineers Books
Publication Date
April 22, 2025
Pages
216
Paper Color
Glossy
Cover Type
Paperback
Dimensions
8.5 in x 5.5 in
Weight
14.1 oz
Language
English
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Very informative book .
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Darryl · February 5, 2026
This little book is the gold standard for navigating with map and compass. If one wants to be confident exploring out of the way places when the GPS battery dies, studying this book is a necessity.