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How to use a compass. There are 4 key steps to using a compass: Check your heading. To understand which direction you are heading, hold the compass in front of you so that the arrow faces the way you are walking. Then rotate the dial so that the N (for North) aligns with the red end of the compass needle.
- Step 1: Line Up Your Points
- Step 2: Align to Grid North
- Step 3: Adjust For Magnetic Variation
- Step 4: Line Yourself Up
- Don’T Move The Bezel
- Top Tips For Beginners
- A to B
- B to C
- C to D
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To start with you need to know where you are on the map(point A) and where you want to go to (point B). Get the map flat – a stiff map case, flat rock or your knee works. Line up point A and B with either the side of your compass or one of the black lines running down the base plate, making sure that the direction of travel arrow is point in the di...
Now, hold the compass still and turn the compass housing bezelso that the “N” on the bezel and the orienteering arrow are point to grid north (the top of the map). To help do this – make sure that the orienteering lines are lined up with the easting lines on the map. Try to get this as accurate as possible – and if you have folded your map check wh...
Now you need to allow for the difference between magnetic north and grid north. We’re lucky in the UK that this variation is small, but where accuracy is important, you need to adjust for it. The adjustment varies across the country and you can generally find it printed on your map in the key. Look for ‘magnetic north’. Ignore any references to ‘tr...
Now put the map away. Be careful you don’t move the compass bezel. Hold the compass flat and near your body, with the big ‘direction of travel’ arrow pointing straight ahead. Turn yourself andthe compass around slowly until the red end of the needle lines up with the orienting arrow, as in the picture. The direction of travel arrow should still poi...
The two biggest errors by beginners are: Moving the bezel – it’s set and should not be changed at this point. Secondly, not holding the compass pointing directly away from the body. Also, be aware of any magnets or metal near the compass: mobile phones, magnetic buttons, metal belts and similar can ‘deflect’ the compass needle, making it inaccurate...
If you’re unsure about using a compass the best thing to do is get the map of an areayou know really well, where you wouldn’t usually need a map to get around. Take yourself off for a walk, using the map and a compass to navigate your way as you reach each turning. This way you shouldn’t get lost and you can compare that the direction you think you...
SU 236 042 to SU 244 048 Initial measurement: 52° from north Add 1° for variation Heading: 53°, distance: 1.01 km
SU 244 048 to SU 250 048 Initial measurement: 91° from north Add 1° for variation Heading: 92°, distance: 0.59 km I’ve ignored the slight kink in this path, but in poor conditions add an intermediate waypoint.
SU 250 048 to SU 249 058 Initial measurement: 352° (just off true north) Add 1° for variation Heading: 353°, distance: 0.96 km
You can find more navigation and map reading tips here including this basic guide to the compass. You can buy OS and Silva compasses on the OS Shop along with maps to help your practice. Find out which compass is best for youand your chosen activities. Want to find out more about getting out into the hills and mountains? Read our Hiking For Beginne...
Jul 21, 2023 · You will eventually meet the road coming from East Witton into Coverdale, don’t go through the gate but turn left and walk down the edge of the field, again follow the footpath downhill, through fields coming to the river and stepping stones.
Jan 13, 2023 · A lovely walk from Middleham in Wensleydale, down to the River Cover and on to Braithwaite Hall, stopping off in East Witton and back down to the River Cover and Middleham.
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Jul 5, 2022 · An alternative to using transit lines and relying on sight is to use a compass to locate your position. If you are on a known track with an identifiable feature in sight (which also appears on your map) you can take a bearing in the direction of the feature and use it to calculate your location.
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Jun 17, 2024 · Learn about the different types of compasses, how to read a map effectively, and how to use a compass for accurate navigation. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned navigator, these tips and techniques will help you navigate with confidence in the great outdoors.
