Map and compass clinic from REI on February 13

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Whenever you go hiking you should have a map and compass - just make sure it's a good compass!
Whenever you go hiking you should have a map and compass - just make sure it's a good compass!
Sonja Dewing

Rusty on your compass skills?  Or perhaps you have never ventured off-trail and want to learn about the basics of using a map and compass.  The Albuquerque REI has an upcoming session for you.

The expected audience for the course are newbies to map and compass.  It will cover:

  • map symbols
  • orienting the map and compass
  • triangulation
  • declination adjustment
  • reading terrain features

Registration is required and space is limited.  There are only ten seats left.  Call to register at: 505-247-1191 (extension 0).

Cost: $15.00
Date: Saturday, 2/13/2010
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Albuquerque REI

Tip: Don't try to use a compass like the one in my photo.  If you want accurate information (which is extremely important when navigating) you'll want to use a full-sized compass that fits into your palm.  You are encouraged to bring your own compass to the class

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Sonja Dewing loves exploring everywhere for hiking and backpacking, but especially New Mexico. She checks out simple hikes to the more extreme. Send Sonja an email or twitter her at "sonjadewing."

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