Want to learn how to read a compass? Our wilderness expert's guide will teach the parts of a compass, and how to use this valuable tool.

Place your compass on the map and turn the map until the longitude lines point north. This orients your map with your compass. Take a direct bearing on one landmark.

It’s time to go analog with your navigation tools. Using a map and compass is one of the most reliable foundational skills of the wilderness.

Skyrunner and fell running expert Keri Wallace explains why all mountain enthusiasts should hone their map and compass skills.

Know How to Read a Topo Map Obviously using a topographic map and a compass is much more involved than following the little blue bead on Google Maps. First things first: know your colors. For the most ...