So it is very important to take short sightings, perhaps from rock to rock or tree to tree.
You then take a back bearing from your previous target to check your drift
I use a small Silva Ranger 27- doesn't have adj declination (have to do it the old fashion way )- I used the same compass when working as a Wilderness Ranger for the USFS. One of my duties was to pinpoint campsites onto a topo map (along w/ rating them for several criteria)- I got pretty good at triangulating, but had the benefit of working in the mountains and having lots to aim at
I wish someone would make a declination adj compass in the above size, haven't seen one yet
I would suggest to have TWO quality compasses. Funny when you are turned around, [lost], you think the one your'e using is broken. Ask me how I know,
Well said. I know a few people who call themselves "outdoorsmen" yet they have no clue how to use a map and compass. "Ive got GPS, dont need a compass" is what Ive heard.
I used to say GPS was for people who dont know how to use a map and compass, until I tried using it. Wow, way easier. But to use it exclusively with no clue how to use a compass? No wonder more people have been lost outdoors since GPS has been invented.