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Be Expert with Map and Compass Kjellstrom, Bjorn
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- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- ISBN
- 9780470407653
- Book Title
- Be Expert with Map and Compass
- Publisher
- Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
- Item Length
- 8.3 in
- Edition
- 3
- Publication Year
- 2009
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.8 in
- Genre
- Transportation, Sports & Recreation, Référence
- Topic
- Atlases, Gazetteers & Maps (See Also Travel / Maps & Road Atlases), Navigation, Outdoor Skills, Camping, Hiking
- Item Weight
- 9.6 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.5 in
- Number of Pages
- 256 Pages
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The classic map and compass navigation guide revised for the age of GPS "Required reading for the beginner in map and compass work, as well as for those interested in serious orienteering. In simple, clear, concise terms the basics of map and compass work are described and illustrated." George T. Hamilton, Appalachia GPS devices are great, but they can break, get lost, or easily be hampered by weather conditions or physical obstructions. That's why basic map and compass skills remain essential for anyone who spends time outdoors today. This popular, easy-to-use handbook has been helping people find their way for more than fifty years. Updated with current Web site information, photographs, and more, it covers traveling by map alone, by compass alone, or by map and compass together. It features: Clear, concise instructions for using a map and compass effectively Exercises to help you learn and practice your orienteering skills An introduction to the basics of competitive orienteering Useful references for fur ther information Tips on using your GPS device in concert with map and compass techniques If you're looking to feel more comfortable in the wilderness, this book will teach you the skills you need for safe outdoor navigation for hiking, hunting, or just for fun.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
0470407654
ISBN-13
9780470407653
eBay Product ID (ePID)
73488917
Product Key Features
Edition
3
Book Title
Be Expert with Map and Compass
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2009
Topic
Atlases, Gazetteers & Maps (See Also Travel / Maps & Road Atlases), Navigation, Outdoor Skills, Camping, Hiking
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Transportation, Sports & Recreation, Référence
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
9.6 Oz
Item Length
8.3 in
Item Width
5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
Lccn
2010-293033
Dewey Decimal
796.58
Lc Classification Number
Gv200.4
Table of Content
Preface to the Third Edition v Introduction The Art (and Science) of Orienteering 1 The Map and Compass in Your Everyday Life 3 The Map and Compass in the Outdoors 5 Map and Compass for the Family 7 Map and Compass Bringing People Together 8 Using the Map and Compass in Education 9 The "Romance" of Orienteering 10 Part I Discovery: Fun with Maps Alone 11 What Is a Map? 12 What the Map Tells 20 Traveling by Map 52 Part II Exploration: Fun with the Compass 65 The Origin of the Compass 67 Compass Design Basics 73 Traveling by Compass Alone 74 Test Your Compass Skills 85 Fishing and Hunting: Special Use of Your Compass 102 Part III Adventure: Fun with Map and Compass 109 The Excitement of the Uncertain 112 Traveling by Map and Compass--Orienteering 126 Hints on Wilderness Orienteering 143 Part IV Challenge: Competitive Orienteering 149 The History of the Sport of Orienteering 151 Your First Orienteering Race 171 Hints on Competitive Orienteering 180 Organizing an Orienteering Event 195 Preparing the Course 196 Running an Orienteering Event 212 Answers to Tests 223 Glossary 227 Map and Compass Resources 231 International Orienteering Federation Control Descriptions 233 Index 239
Copyright Date
2010
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