Navigation Course
Introduction to Map & Compass
Introduction To Map & Compass
- Info
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Contacts
Nina Crampton
Leader
- Rolling Enrollment: Tue, Oct 15, 2013
- Committee: Seattle Navigation Committee
- Members: $10 Guests: $15
- Availability: 8 (25 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
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 declination
- Taking, locating, and following bearings in the field
- Taking and locating bearings on a map
- Triangulation techniques
- Features to consider when buying a compass
- Other topics as time permits
Course Requirements
| Course Activity | Date | Availability | Leader |
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| Introduction to Map & Compass Field Trip | |||
| Union Bay Natural Area |
Sat, Jan 16, 2021
Registration closed Jan 12
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2
participants on waitlist
2 instructors
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| Union Bay Natural Area |
Sun, Jan 17, 2021
Registration closed Jan 25
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1
participant
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Roster
Course Materials
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