READING MAPS
  • Choosing your map (Type, Scale & Things to consider)
  • Understanding the topographic map elements
  • Recognizing topographic map features
  • Sourcing digital & physical topographic maps
  • Understanding contour lines
  • Understanding some topographic terms
  • Understanding the elevations & slopes
  • Matching Your Map to the Landscape
  • How to read a topographic map
  • How to locate yourself & navigate with just a map
SKILLS TO GET
  • How to draw a topographic profile
  • Estimating a distance from a map
  • Estimate your walking time
  • How to use pace count to measure ground
USING COMPASS
  • Three norths & bearings
  • Forward bearing and back bearing
  • Compass abilities & limitations
  • How to shoot and follow a bearing
  • Orient your compass to geographic north
  • How to orient your map
  • How to navigate using a compass
  • Magnetic declination
  • Taking & following a bearing
  • Match your map to the terrain using bearings
  • Techniques to locate yourself on your map
  • Estimate how far away you are to a landmark
WILDERNESS NAVIGATION
  • How to retrace your steps
  • How to navigate with estimates
  • How to guarantee arriving at your destination
  • How to choose your hike itinerary
  • Special orientation challenges in different conditions