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 ...

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, ...

Picture this: you’re with friends in an unfamiliar forest using only a map and a compass to guide you to an upcoming checkpoint. There are no cell phones or GPS gadgets to help, just good old ...

After years advocating for safe digital navigation in the mountains, I came to an uneasy realisation: the part of my brain that could once get me out of trouble using map and compass alone didn’t work ...

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