As an outdoor enthusiast you will at some point make a decision to learn how to navigate in the backcountry. Whether you use a map, compass, GPS receiver or all three, there are several things you should know about successful navigation. Your safety and the safety of your companions depend upon it.
Backcountry activities such as hiking, orienteering, hunting, climbing, geocaching, fishing, four-wheeling and camping are all loads of fun – until you get lost. Thats why you should know how to navigate. But navigation doesnt start when you find yourself hopelessly lost. Navigation begins BEFORE your adventure begins so that you dont place yourself in harms way. Lets take a look at the top tips for successful off road navigation.
The first three tips pertain to getting ready to go:
* Prepare your body. I cannot overstate the necessity for proper preparation. If you are not in good physical condition when you begin your adventure, you are placing yourself in danger. No matter what your current physical conditioning is – improve it before you start. An exhausted body will negate any acquired navigational skills.
* Prepare your...
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