Sure, not all who wander are lost. But when you've been walking in circles for hours and your day hike is stretching into an overnight, that saying is cold comfort. The solution? Don't get lost in the ...

Even with an endless list of navigational apps and gadgets, it’s best to be prepared with an old school compass. After all, apps can crash, phone batteries die, and service can get lost in remote ...

In a world filled with modern navigation tools, there is still a place where the humble compass can be used. Knowing how to make a compass, and teaching others how to make one, serves to develop a ...

Mastering map and compass skills promotes you from casual walker to explorer. While apps are handy, what happens if your phone runs out of battery or loses signal? Knowing how to navigate the ...

One of the afternoon classes offered at the 50+ Adventure program was called "Map and Compass 101." Since most of the program's participants were relatively new to hiking, this session was well ...

With a map tucked under his arm and a compass held out at waist level, Scott Smith of East Rowan High School twists the compass dial until the hollow, arrow-shaped indicator lines up with the red ...