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OverviewThis bestselling manualnow thoroughly revised and updatedis designed for anyone who wants to chart a course in the wilderness: hiker, backpacker, snowshoer, skier, fisherman, or hunter. Step by step, it teaches the skills that enable you to answer the vital questions: Where am I now? Which way do I head to reach my destination? How far is it? And how long will it take me to get there? Included here are the basics of interpreting maps and orienting by compass, as well as more advanced techniques for measuring distances and estimating travel times; determining and adjusting for local declination around the globe; using an altimeter to add the dimension of height to one’s position; and navigation by means of sun and stars. In updating the late W. S. Kals’s text, Clyde Soles focuses on the latest developments in technology and equipment, such as digital mapping software and handheld GPS units, and provides an overview of marine navigation for sea kayakers. Visuals include a full-color foldout topographic map for reference and practice, plus dozens of helpful drawings and photographs. Full Product DetailsAuthor: W. S. Kals , Clyde SolesPublisher: Sierra Club Books Imprint: Sierra Club Books Edition: Second Edition Dimensions: Width: 11.40cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 20.30cm Weight: 0.241kg ISBN: 9781578051229ISBN 10: 1578051223 Pages: 248 Publication Date: 15 September 2005 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Awaiting stock  The supplier is currently out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you and placed on backorder. Once it does come back in stock, we will ship it out for you. Table of ContentsPreface to the Second Edition 1. Land Navigation 2. Maps & Map Symbols 3. Distance from the Map 4. Height from the Map 5. Direction from the Map 6. Choosing a Compass 7. Using Your Compass 8. Magnetic Direction 9. Altimeter Navigation 10. GPS Navigation 11. Using Your GPS 12. Direction from the Sky 13. Navigation Tricks IndexReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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