Thanks Myk, glad you enjoyed it! You were far easier to teach then you give yourself credit for mate. Good luck with the hunt next weekend. Yep, when work slows down I will put out the offer...
Liked On: 11-10-2015, 10:18 PM
I know there is a navigation thread already going but some requested me to copy and paste these notes. I hope they are of help to a few of you guys. Grab a map and compass and give a few of the...
Liked On: 13-09-2015, 02:20 PM
2 down, 2 spots left...
Liked On: 12-09-2015, 11:28 PM
So I have organized a bit of an introductory weekend to navigation for MYK on the 10-11th October. Anyone else keen? I could realistically have another 3-4 without it getting to big (utilizing my...
Liked On: 12-09-2015, 04:49 PM
Mag - Grid - Add (Machine Gun Anne) Grid - Mag - Subtract (Grand Ma Sucks)
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 09:39 PM
My offer is to anyone! If you are looking for some hands on experience then drop me a PM. I am busy for the next three weeks but am pretty open after that. Like others have said practice makes...
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 06:12 PM
Self taught lessons like this will always be the best learnt and remembered... nothing beats actual experience... 1)Get a reasonable compass not big and heavy because you need to carry it. 2)...
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 06:12 PM
Top of the list https://www.google.com.au/?gfe_rd=cr&ei=0SCWVdCqJs3u8wfBubqYCw&gws_rd=cr#q=linz+map+and+compass Cheers Pete
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 07:36 AM
Myk If you Google Linz/using map and compass, you should get a link to a very easy to use PDF file. I would put it here directly but can't work out how to copy the file, sorry.
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 07:36 AM
OBOP Home (http://www.obop.org.nz)
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 07:36 AM
Myk Forgot to mention get yourself a Silva compass. They will make it easier for you as they are the easiest compasses to use. This is a good video to study....
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 07:36 AM
Myk Forgot to mention get yourself a Silva compass. They will make it easier for you as they are the easiest compasses to use. I'd be happy to show you if you were closer. Maybe someone...
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 07:35 AM
Myk Is there an Army Cadet or Orienteering club near you? These guys should be able to show you how to read a map, use a compass and fix your position on said map with said compass. This is...
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 07:35 AM
Myk, practise makes perfect.... Take a map and compass when you go for short walks. Take bearings off known landmarks, triangulate your position. Try to identify your position by identifying...
Liked On: 07-09-2015, 07:35 AM
We are talking Auckland. 2 cups of coffee and a scone will likely set you back about $150...
Liked On: 05-09-2015, 05:59 PM