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#7 Navigation & Orientation

Updated: Apr 1

The Backpacker’s Ten: Navigation & Orientation: Finding Your Way in the Wild


The Backpacker's Ten

Why Navigation Matters

Knowing how to navigate is one of the most important skills in the outdoors. Even well-marked routes can become confusing, and electronic devices can fail. Learning to read a map, use a compass, and understand your surroundings will keep you on track and safe.


1. Core Navigation Tools


Notebook & Pencil: The Unsung Heroes of Navigation

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