Outdoor navigation Intro

Video intro

navigating in the outdoors is a skill every adventurer needs

This course will teach you everything from how to prepare before you leave home so you’re prepared for the worst and can be confident as you travel through the backcountry

  • how to find free maps
  • buying maps
  • online tools

we’ll also cover adventure skills you should be using in the wild like

  • navigating using landmarks
  • time and pace
  • breadcrumbs
  • reading trail signs like cairns and blazes

then we’ll get serious and learn how to use a map and compass

  • contour lines
  • declination

We’ll also discuss how to navigate using nature

  • sun
  • moon
  • wind
  • stars
  • snow
  • plants

Finally, we’ll cover what to do if you are disoriented and feeling lost.

Scroll to Top