Stay on Track: A Guide to Hiking Navigation
This collection of articles provide a comprehensive guide to hiking navigation, discussing safety and self-reliance in the wilderness, particularly within Australia. They cover various navigation methods, including the essential use of topographic maps and compasses, detailing how to read maps, understand bearings, and navigate using features like declination. The articles also discuss modern technologies like GPS devices and smartphone apps, weighing their pros and cons against traditional tools while consistently recommending carrying multiple backup navigation aids. Additionally, the texts highlight the importance of observational skills, offer tips for hiking at night and in emergencies, and introduce rogaining as a practical way to sharpen navigation abilities.
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