Basic Essentials Map & Compass

by Cliff Jacobson, Cliff Moen (Illustrator)

Describes different types of maps, introduces the basic skills of map reading, and looks at how compasses are used in conjunction with maps

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Nature

67 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 1999

About the author

Cliff Jacobson is one of North America's most respected outdoors writers, wilderness guides, national and foreign consultants, and is the most published canoeing/camping writer of this century. He is a professional canoe guide and outfitter, a wilderness canoeing and camping consultant and the author of over a dozen top-selling books on camping and canoeing— numerous titles have been translated into Spanish, German, French and Turkish with sales approaching one million copies.

An accomplished canoeist in his own right, Cliff was recently recognized by the American Canoe Association (ACA) which presented him with the Legends of Paddling Award and inducted him into the ACA Hall of Fame.

Reviews

[Peter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great review of map and compass with practical examples of their use. It was exactly what I was looking for. Some of the material is dated, however, the essentials are timeless.

[Ken Mccafferty · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good review of the basics. A great starting point if you don't know anything!!!

[Patricia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Exactly what the title says it is.