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Finding direction without a compass
The nature provides you with a variety of ways of finding direction. That’s important to understand if you ever find yourself without a compass and a map in the wilderness. Even when a map and compass are available, knowing how to interpret the signs of nature is of great help.
Wilderness navigation
There are several methods by which you can determine direction by using the sun, moon, stars, wind and trees and other plants. However these methods will give you only a general direction. But in combination with a knowledge of the terrain these methods will let you come up with fairly true direction to help you navigate without a compass.
Practice the method you find on this page. Increase your confident to navigate by the sky. Observing the night sky is a satisfying experience. You will not be disappointed.
Learn how to find direction by the:
- sun
- moon
- stars
- the North star
- the Southern Cross constellation
- wind
- trees and other plants
Keeping walking direction
Even you know the right direction from your starting point, how to keep your direction? We know most lost people travel in circles....
read more
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River wading
As a wilderness traveler you often have to cross streams and rivers to keep your direction. Crossing rivers and waterways can be risky. Get some
river wading safety tips.
Outdoor navigation
Remember! No one should venture for a wilderness trip without knowing how to read a map and a compass. Being able
finding direction by map and compass
is a required skill for all wilderness travelers.
More navigation tips
When you learn more about how to find your way in the wilderness you also feel more relaxed and safe in any wilderness situation. The more you learn, the more you will love and enjoy the great nature we have. For more wilderness navigation tips, see what
readers of this website have submitted.
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