How to use a map and compass IN DETAIL

Timeline:

Intro: (0:00)
The Compass: (7:59)
The Map: (27:35)
The Field: (41:09)
The Landmark: (49:45)
The Globe: (1:06:21)
The Test: (1:25:13)

For supplemental information, including triangulation, the clinometer, and celestial navigation, refer to the second video in this series, located at the link below:

[mikenofi]

I have been a technical instructor for over 45 years. This is the best instructional video I have ever seen! Simply inspirational.

[mawgateway]

You can tell that this guy really enjoys grinding out the details of whatever he does. Very thorough job. Thanks.

[rickalexander]

The pace of this video was perfect. Most other videos assume you know more than you do and progress rather quickly to the next segment. Your detailed explanations and real life scenarios are wonderful. I'm now trying my hand at learning about a lensatic compass as well as using UTM grid. I find this stuff fascinating. The world is my oyster, even at age 65.

[XRUBIM]

19:50 My man makes the best video on compass use out there, but does not know what an add blocker is <3

[davidnickell]

I learned basic map and compass skills when getting my Eagle Scout badge in the 1960s. I took an Arc/GIS course a couple of years ago. I've hiked and backpacked all my life. This video brought so many components together in a very clear manner. Thank you.

[thormusique]

This is by far the best video on compass and map navigation I have seen — period. Thank you! I've been doing this kind of navigation since I was a kid, but even so, you highlighted some points here that I'd pretty much glossed over and probably didn't fully understand. I really appreciated how you took the time to explain every point slowly, clearly, and without any trace of condescension. That is precisely as it should be, because we all know that the navigation decision we make while planing and while in the field can easily make the difference between a successful trip and a really bad day. So what you've done here is provide a truly valuable public service, cheers!

[andersnrtangen]

My man logging bearings like a submarine captain

[ivorbiggen]

Long winded, but i got to admit I’ve actually learned something, thank you

[priestofs]

I have seen nothing more valuable on YouTube than this video / this channel. Long ago I had to take surveying for engineering but never once used it. I enjoyed it and it seemed to be peaceful. So I started to try and teach myself exactly how to navigate. This video was outstanding! If your not a teacher you should consider it. I look forward to watching the rest of your videos. Amazing work!

[qrash]

This video took me from zero understanding or knowledge in navigating to a real use. How you do not have more hits is a injustice to anyone who really wants to learn and have some practical usability. Thank you for making this video!

[ibragim_on]

Fantastic video on using a Suunto compass with adjustable declination.

[bryanbeals]

Wow! Absolutely the best explanation on this subject for a beginner I've found.thank you so much. Awesome job!!!

[cplgoose]

Outstanding video! You did an exceptional job explaining everything and your thorough understanding of the material is apparent and refreshing. Thank you!!

[erguy]

One of the best videos to explain the compass and globe. Thank you very much.

[Blackntosh]

Thanks for all your work and taking the time to make a video for us to learn from. You are a Shredder. Cheers!

[themuilover]

This video is AWESOME. In my opinion it is the best one on this subject. Since I am a beginner and older. I will need to watch it more than once. I cannot thank you enough Joey for such a thoughtfully laid out and presented video. I live in the Deep South where there are not any land forms like mountain peaks and such to help you keep your bearings. Just thick pine forests, river basins, and underbrush.

[laurendamasoruiz]

I first learned how to use a map and compass because I kept getting lost those darn walking guides! It’s a skill that really opens up your world

[LiKinMr]

Thank you Joey, I appreciated so much for your great effort on making this video.
Absolutely this is the BEST EVER video for beginners on using compass and performing map navigation.

[michaelbaker]

Excellent presentation.easy to absorb and understand. A thankyou from a Yorkshirman in Queensland gold prospecting.

[DavidSellHeadshots]

Fantastic information, lot of work went into this