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The essential wilderness navigator

by Seidman, David.

Format: Print Book 1995
Availability: Available at 1 Library 1 of 1 copy

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Community Library of Allegheny Valley - Harrison Non Fiction 796.51 SEIDMAN
Location  Community Library of Allegheny Valley - Harrison
 
Collection  Non Fiction
 
Call Number  796.51 SEIDMAN
 
 

Summary
This guide gives the reader information on how to find their way through any outdoor environment. It starts with map and compass use and offers special techniques for desert, mountain, forest and winter path finding. Exercises are included to help develop a sense of spatial awareness.
Published Reviews
Booklist Review: "Maps and a compass are the hiker's insurance against getting lost in the woods. But you'll need to be able to do more with these tools than locate Fresno or head south. Seidman, a world traveler and master kayaker, charts the subtleties of map interpretation (especially the ups and downs of contour lines) and offers instruction on how to use a compass for taking bearings and walking a course. Other techniques for finding your way in the woods are explained: estimating distances by finger angles or winking, adjusting your compass for true north, and finding directions from the motions of the sun and stars. By the way, forget about moss growing on the north side of trees; lichens like moisture, which more often depends on prevailing winds and weather than direction. This book is filled with illustrations and practical advice to keep the careful trekker on the right path. Even armchair travelers will find some valuable advice here. (Reviewed Feb. 1, 1996)0070563233Jennifer Henderson"
From Booklist, Copyright (c) American Library Association. Used with permission.
Additional Information
Subjects Wilderness survival.
Orientation.
Publisher Camden, Me. :Ragged Mountain Press,1995
Other Titles Wilderness navigator
Language English
Description 160 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm
Bibliography Notes Includes bibliographical references (pages 153-155) and index.
ISBN 0070563233
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