CARTES ET BOUSSOLES

⚠️ This book is written in French.

Knowing how to use a map and compass is far more than a backup for when GPS technology and your batteries fail — it is what lets you roam the woods in complete freedom.

Unfolding a map, learning to "read" the terrain it depicts, holding a compass, finding north, and then taking a bearing with surprising accuracy — these are all excellent reasons to learn, or relearn, how to use these tools. Discover methods of orientation using the stars, learn what gear to bring on your outings, and find out what to do if you have to spend a night in the forest. Let yourself be surprised by the pleasure and ease of finding your way with a map and compass.

• Reading terrain and using a map and compass
• Finding north and taking accurate bearings
• Orientation by the stars
• Gear and wilderness safety tips
• Full-colour, by veteran Quebec outdoor instructors