Sure, not all who wander are lost. But when you've been walking in circles for hours and your day hike is stretching into an overnight, that saying is cold comfort. The solution? Don't get lost in the ...

Mastering map and compass skills promotes you from casual walker to explorer. While apps are handy, what happens if your phone runs out of battery or loses signal? Knowing how to navigate the ...

The solution? Don’t get lost in the first place. Learning how to use a map and compass is something all hikers and backpackers need to do.

I like navigating via paper maps. I know that makes me sound old school. But there are actually still a lot of places out ...

Dad: OK, so here’s the treasure map. ‘X’ marks the spot! James: Awesome! I can't wait to find out what the treasure is! Ayesha: We’ll need a compass. Dad: Do you remember how it works? Ayesha: It has ...