Topographic Maps and Compass Skills Most Campers Overlook

About this episode

Chris Speir discusses essential navigation skills using topographic maps and compasses that can prevent campers from getting lost.

While hiking five miles out with no cell service, Chris lost his only map and had to rely completely on a pre-set compass bearing to find his way back to the truck. In this episode he breaks down the basic navigation skills that saved him and shows how simple compass knowledge can keep anyone from getting dangerously off course.

People in this episode

Host: Chris Speir

Topics covered

• navigation
• topographic maps
• compass skills
• camping
• hiking
• outdoor safety

Keywords

• topographic maps
• compass skills
• navigation
• camping safety
• hiking tips
• outdoor navigation

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