I do see your intentions. Not everything needs to be mastered. However not explaining at least one sentence that declination exists. It's like teaching a young child to drive but not telling them there are such things called breaks. As long a you don't go fast. Again you have great delivery, I enjoy your video.
Thank you for your comment on my " BASIC (as stated) use of the map and compass. It was not intended to be an "end all be all" for using a compass, but more of a recreational tool for getting outdoors for the weekend.
You did a great job on this video. You seem like a good man. Please don't teach orienteering. If all watch this everyone will be lost. You must factor your local declination. Maps are drawn to true north, compasses are magnetic north. There are different unless you are in Indiana or the states on the 0 isogonic line. Oregon, the difference is more than 20°. Even a short distance will have you way off. Alaska can be up to 30+ degrees. Imagine your 190, you were not heading that at all.
Thank you. I'm not going to pretend that I'm good at it - I taught myself what I needed to know and passed it along. There's much more to it, as I'm sure you are aware. The learning aspect was a blast, got me back out doors with another purpose and I learned something. Thanks for the thumbs up. Dan and Kathy.
There are a few videos but where I see others are disagreeing is the context. This one is perfect in the practical application of using a compass while hiking, which I think is what the author was after.
There are other videos explaining all the parts of the compass but not necessarily showing you how to apply what you just learned.
dwhiteknee- Again, great and entertaining video. But your in the state of CT. I notice that your Suunto compass isn't adjusted for delineation which is probe between 12 and 15 degrees difference where you are. Does that present a problem when orientating?
Question: Do you need to make that adjustment? Thanks...
Sorry you disagree - but if you watch or listen carefully - I lay the steps out in order. I studied these steps in detail. Perhaps you have a different approach you'd like to share.
It's not really a back pack per se. It started out as a fanny pack, which, when loaded, sagged on my hips. So I bought a pair of straps from an Army Surplus and strapped them on. It works nice. Plenty of room on the side for a knife, compass, or gun. The straps shoulder my monocular and a swiss army on the other side. I'm rather proud of the rig and wear it all the time. Any tips on your adventures???
I found the GPS a little too Tech needy. I'm more of a map and compass type. The less batteries the better as far as I'm concerned. Hope to see you out there. Dan.
Yeah - I love it too. It's free, open and still wild with lots to discover. Go to the web site and check out more on the Hiking section. Thanks for watching. Dan.
@dwhiteknee I like using the compass for Letterboxing,and there are plenty of them in Naugatuck state forest.If you ever use a GPS then try geocaching,very fun stuff.
Hiking knife? Where's your hunting gun?
TheFirearmEnthusiast 2 days ago
Ha ha! Your road atlas is even more hammered than mine is!
johngo6283 4 months ago
I do see your intentions. Not everything needs to be mastered. However not explaining at least one sentence that declination exists. It's like teaching a young child to drive but not telling them there are such things called breaks. As long a you don't go fast. Again you have great delivery, I enjoy your video.
Nnawgs1 6 months ago
Thank you for your comment on my " BASIC (as stated) use of the map and compass. It was not intended to be an "end all be all" for using a compass, but more of a recreational tool for getting outdoors for the weekend.
dwhiteknee 6 months ago
You did a great job on this video. You seem like a good man. Please don't teach orienteering. If all watch this everyone will be lost. You must factor your local declination. Maps are drawn to true north, compasses are magnetic north. There are different unless you are in Indiana or the states on the 0 isogonic line. Oregon, the difference is more than 20°. Even a short distance will have you way off. Alaska can be up to 30+ degrees. Imagine your 190, you were not heading that at all.
Nnawgs1 6 months ago
There's no need to adjust for declination when hiking a short distance.........
keeer741 6 months ago in playlist Compass
Very useful and entertaining. Thank you!
sboxjunk 7 months ago
Thank you. I'm not going to pretend that I'm good at it - I taught myself what I needed to know and passed it along. There's much more to it, as I'm sure you are aware. The learning aspect was a blast, got me back out doors with another purpose and I learned something. Thanks for the thumbs up. Dan and Kathy.
dwhiteknee 10 months ago
There are a few videos but where I see others are disagreeing is the context. This one is perfect in the practical application of using a compass while hiking, which I think is what the author was after.
There are other videos explaining all the parts of the compass but not necessarily showing you how to apply what you just learned.
Great job Dan!!
hmgonz001 10 months ago
best compass-how-to on youtube :)
esldave 11 months ago
he great effort maping and nav is simple hard basics are so simple then the more you learn it get much more dificult good job
cabfa18wg 11 months ago
dwhiteknee- Again, great and entertaining video. But your in the state of CT. I notice that your Suunto compass isn't adjusted for delineation which is probe between 12 and 15 degrees difference where you are. Does that present a problem when orientating?
Question: Do you need to make that adjustment? Thanks...
Carterofmars 1 year ago
Great Video Finally one that i can understand .... Quick and to the point
chieftanzzz 1 year ago
Great video. Thanks for the tips. You should defiantly explore a cable show or something like that.
Carterofmars 1 year ago
Sorry you disagree - but if you watch or listen carefully - I lay the steps out in order. I studied these steps in detail. Perhaps you have a different approach you'd like to share.
dwhiteknee 1 year ago
You have no idea what your doing.
Beth5077 1 year ago
It's not really a back pack per se. It started out as a fanny pack, which, when loaded, sagged on my hips. So I bought a pair of straps from an Army Surplus and strapped them on. It works nice. Plenty of room on the side for a knife, compass, or gun. The straps shoulder my monocular and a swiss army on the other side. I'm rather proud of the rig and wear it all the time. Any tips on your adventures???
dwhiteknee 1 year ago
What are you using for a backpack in this video?
cassidykk 1 year ago
I found the GPS a little too Tech needy. I'm more of a map and compass type. The less batteries the better as far as I'm concerned. Hope to see you out there. Dan.
dwhiteknee 1 year ago
Yeah - I love it too. It's free, open and still wild with lots to discover. Go to the web site and check out more on the Hiking section. Thanks for watching. Dan.
dwhiteknee 1 year ago
@dwhiteknee I like using the compass for Letterboxing,and there are plenty of them in Naugatuck state forest.If you ever use a GPS then try geocaching,very fun stuff.
beatle0922 1 year ago
This is very good!! Definitely a good video.I like going to naugatuck state forest,it can be quite alot to take in if your new to the forest.
beatle0922 1 year ago
not helpful
PauIHackett 1 year ago
@PauIHackett
Sorry if the segment wasn't helpful. If you can be a bit more specific, maybe I could be of some help. Dan.
dwhiteknee 1 year ago
nice trip man!!!
jolandic 1 year ago