Trying to understand how a map relates to what’s on the ground can be tricky. It requires the brain to do a lot of stuff that it doesn’t customarily do daily. This is one of the reasons that ...

In a world filled with modern navigation tools, there is still a place where the humble compass can be used. Knowing how to make a compass, and teaching others how to make one, serves to develop a ...

One of the afternoon classes offered at the 50+ Adventure program was called "Map and Compass 101." Since most of the program's participants were relatively new to hiking, this session was well ...