Learn how to read a topographic map, use a compass confidently, and most importantly, how to use a map and compass together!
Words and skills that may be foreign to you now, will become familiar and important to improve your map and compass skills. Words like Bearing, Magnetic Declination, Topographic Maps, Map Scales, Contour Intervals, Geographical Coordinate Systems, Wilderness Travel, Magnetic Compass, Orienting Your Map, Elements of Baseline Navigation, Route-Finding, Prime Meridian, Latitude and Longitude, 360 degrees, UTM’s, Easting and Northing, Dislocated vs. Lost, and so much more!
Included in the cost of the class:
A Brunton non-adjustable, baseplate compass with a fixed declination scale for each student,
A file folder with some of the most important information and worksheet exercises to practice at home,
And chili for lunch!
Learn how to read a topographic map, use a compass confidently, and most importantly, how to use a map and compass together!
Words and skills that may be foreign to you now, will become familiar and important to improve your map and compass skills. Words like Bearing, Magnetic Declination, Topographic Maps, Map Scales, Contour Intervals, Geographical Coordinate Systems, Wilderness Travel, Magnetic Compass, Orienting Your Map, Elements of Baseline Navigation, Route-Finding, Prime Meridian, Latitude and Longitude, 360 degrees, UTM’s, Easting and Northing, Dislocated vs. Lost, and so much more!
Included in the cost of the class:
A Brunton non-adjustable, baseplate compass with a fixed declination scale for each student,
A file folder with some of the most important information and worksheet exercises to practice at home,
And chili for lunch!
What: Map and Compass 101 Workshop
Where: Mike and Cindy Klebe’s House, 1950 Valley Acre Drive, Muscatine, IA 52761
When: March 8, 2025
Time: 10 am to 2 pm
Lunch: Mike is making his Chili for lunch. Feel free to bring a dish to pass or other items that go with chili!
