The Outward Bound Map and Compass Handbook
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The Outward Bound Map and Compass Handbook by Glenn Randall
Long recognized as one of the seminal volumes on the fundamentals of map, compass, and altimeter route finding, this new edition of Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook features practical advice on choosing the right compass, reading and using topographical maps, using an altimeter to pinpoint your position, and mastering GPS. It also helps you steer clear of the most common route-finding errors and passes on an array of tips drawn from author Glenn Randall's rich store of experience in the wild. Whether you are looking for a beginner course on outdoor navigation or want to sharpen your skills before heading back into the wilderness, the fourth edition of Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook will prove invaluable.
Glenn Randall is a renowned author, outdoor photographer, and mountaineer who has written nine other books, including The Outward Bound Staying Warm in the Outdoors Handbook and Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook (both Globe Pequot Press). He lives in Boulder, Colorado.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781558217478 |
| ISBN 10 | 1558217479 |
| Title | The Outward Bound Map and Compass Handbook |
| Author | Glenn Randall |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Rowman & Littlefield |
| Year published | 1998-10-31 |
| Number of pages | 112 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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