How can I tell which direction I’m going if I forgot or lost my compass?
Using your watch, point the hour hand at the sun. Halfway between the hour hand and 12 on your watch is South.
How can I tell which direction I’m going if I forgot or lost my compass?
How do I find a bearing for large objects or landmarks?
Find a central location for the object or landmark and estimate the distance to both ends from that one location.
When I’m setting a bearing on a map, do I have to set the declination to that specific location?
Yes. Each location will have its own declination.
How do I triangulate location?
By taking three different measurements, or bearings, from three different locations towards a signal (radio or other) you’ll have an overlapping area between these measurements. Where those three lines overlap is the area where that signal is coming from.
Why do we do a backshot to measure a bearing back the way we came?
Using a backshot verifies our measurements and confirms that our first bearing was correct. The backshot should always be 180 degrees off of the first bearing.
Should I write the degrees on the map?
Yes. Writing the degrees will help you keep track of where you are.