There are several reasons you need a compass if you’re serious about outdoor adventure. Let me take you through part my Mountain Leader assessment to give you a flavour of a couple. One of the ...

FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — No matter if it's fishing, hiking or hunting, many opt to use use a cell phone to navigate, but that approach can be a double-edged sword. Dave Bieri, district ...

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Global positioning systems have revolutionized the way people get from point A to point B. Utilizing satellites and orbital data, GPS devices can ping these satellites and compute location anywhere on ...

Design offices Modem and Panter&Tourron similarly work at the intersection of products, technology and art direction. Their latest collaboration, TERRA, is a contemporary investigation of all three, ...

Alex Roddie takes a look at seven of the best hiking apps to help you find your way in the mountains as an additional ...

Comprehending the mechanics of a compass is a helpful skill. Whether you are a hunter, outdoor enthusiast, survivalist, or simply an individual seeking a better understanding of orienteering skills, ...

Getting lost during a hike sounds like a nightmare for most people. Not only can it totally ruin your trip, but depending on ...

With the number of mountain rescue incidents caused by people relying on Google Maps rising, we explain why using it for hiking is a bad idea. Those new to outdoor activities might wonder if they can ...

In a world filled with modern navigation tools, there is still a place where the humble compass can be used. Knowing how to make a compass, and teaching others how to make one, serves to develop a ...