Field trip: Introduction to Map & Compass
Introduction to Map & Compass Field Trip - Online Classroom
Introduction to Map & Compass: A map & compass are part of the 10 Essentials, but if you don't know how to use them then they're just extra weight in your backpack! Learn the basics in this workshop.
Contacts
- Wed, Apr 22, 2020
- Seattle Navigation Committee
- Navigation
- Adults
- For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
- FULL (20 capacity)
- FULL (5 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
This activity will be conducted remotely. Please look for an email from your activity leader with the details. DO NOT come to the program center.
A map & compass are part of the 10 Essentials, but if you don't know how to use them then they're just extra weight in your backpack! Learn the basics in this workshop, topics include:
- Reading topographic maps and identifying important features
- Understanding a bearing
- Measuring and plotting bearings on a map
- Measuring and plotting bearings in the field
- Understanding declination
- Features to consider when buying a compass
- Other topics as time permits
Please note that this workshop is not the Wilderness Navigation Course and does not satisfy the graduation requirement for the Snowshoe, Scrambling, and Climbing courses. This is an Intro class designed to teach basic concepts and skills.
Required Equipment
Pencil and paper, compass if you have one.