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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 further 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.
About the Author
The late Björn Kjellström was a Swedish champion in orienteering who loved to share his passion for the outdoors. His writings on the subject have been published in several languages. He helped invent the modern protractor-based compass and cofounded the internationally renowned compass company Silva. He is credited with introducing orienteering to the United States. He was also one of the founders of the Swedish and U.S. Orienteering Federations.
Carina Kjellström Elgin developed her love of nature and of orienteering by literally following in the footsteps of her father, Björn Kjellström, on daily childhood excursions.
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56 of 61 people found the following review helpful
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Don Morse
on April 1, 2011
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Most of the learning exercises are based on a sample map, this obviously comes with the printed copy. So the Kindle edition is totally useless without the map.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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R. Whitney
on May 4, 2010
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I first learned to use a map and compass for land navigation while I was in the army. This book is a simpler, clearer amd much less military method to learn. Clear concise language will get you to understand what you need to know to avoid getting lost in the woods and in staying found.
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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Krister Renaud
on December 1, 2013
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The book keeps referring to an example map which is not provided in the kindle edition making much of the book useless. And the companion website does not exist any more.
The index has no links making it very difficult to navigate.
As to the content it does not deliver on the promise about different compass types and GPS.
Total waste of money.
The index has no links making it very difficult to navigate.
As to the content it does not deliver on the promise about different compass types and GPS.
Total waste of money.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Keith Hewitt
on April 25, 2013
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Be Expert with Map and Compass is a very good introduction to the sport of orienteering and the compass and map skills required. The book is good value for money but for those with interests in hiking and wilderness travel,The Essential Wilderness Navigator is a more complete reference and is presented in an easy to follow style.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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estimaja
on July 30, 2013
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The Kindle Edition comes without an image of the 'Training Map,' which is referred to throughout the entire first half of the book. As this is a book to teach a skill, the fact that it does not include a digital image of the map being used to teach the skill is disapointing. The description for the Kindle version does not mention that the Map image is not included, which is an important piece of the book, don't buy the Kindle version if you are trying to actually learn how to use the land map.
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Timothy M. Baker
on October 12, 2013
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This book does not cover the whole subject by a long shot and in my opinion the title is misleading, it certainly misled me. the book only covers using an orienteering compass, nothing about a prismatic compass at all. It's useful and informative but if you want to learn about using a prismatic compass look elsewhere, there is nothing in this book about the subject. The prismatic compass isn't even in the index!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Kevin A. Smith
on April 13, 2010
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I'm less than halfway through and have already learned a lot. this book is very informative, it is written so even laymen(like myself) can understand.
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10 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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M. D. Oakley Jr.
on December 20, 2009
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Carina Kjellstrom Elgin has created a new edition of her late Dad's "bible of orienteering, compass use, and map reading." This is a must read and purchase for those not willing to put all their eggs in the GPS basket. No batteries, satellites, or expensive equipment is necessary - only a Bjorn Kjellstrom designed Silva or Brunton compass is necessary to always know where you are, where you've been, and where you're going. You should have this guide in you survival kit, along with your compass, dynamo/solar radio, fresh water tablets, etc., etc. Buy this book now! Perfect for holiday gifts for loved ones.
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