Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook
3rd Edition
Published on 3. June 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-7627-7857-7 (ISBN)
Description
Long recognized as one of the seminal volumes on the fundamentals of map, compass, and altimeter route finding, Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook, 3rd Edition now includes the latest information on GPS receivers, complete with all new color illustrations. This concise guide features practical advice on choosing the right compass, reading and using topographical maps, and mastering the GPS, as well as tips on how to steer clear of the most common route finding errors. Whether you're looking for a beginner course on outdoor navigation or want to sharpen your skills before heading back into the wilderness, Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook, 3rd Edition will prove invaluable.
Reviews / Votes
"Excellent." -Nelson Bryant, New York Times"Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook does an excellent job of grounding the beginner while also introducing experienced outdoorsmen to sophisticated navigational techniques." -Ted Kerasote, author of Out There: In the Wild in a Wired Age"This book is certainly among the best ever written on using map and compass." -Floyd King, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle"Deserves space on your bookshelf. . . . An ideal companion to Kjellstrom's orienteering book." -Tom Meade, Providence JournalMore details
Series
Edition
Third Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Rowman & Littlefield
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Weight
16 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7627-7857-7 (9780762778577)
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Other editions
New editions
Glenn Randall
Outward Bound Map and Compass Handbook
Book
02/2020
4th Edition
Falcon Guides
€18.00
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Additional editions
Glenn Randall
Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook Revised
E-Book
04/2012
3rd Edition
Falcon Press Publishing
€12.85
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Person
Glenn Randall, a renowned author, outdoor photographer, and mountaineer, has written nine other books, including The Outward Bound Staying Warm in the Outdoors Handbook and The Outward Bound Backpacker's Handbook. He lives in Boulder, Colorado.