Sgt. Rock's Hiking H.Q.

Intrepid and experienced hiker and backpacker Sgt. Rock (Ernest B. Engman) has developed a web site for backpackers that is worth a visit.

Here is his introduction to his section on teaching compass skills -

This is a subject near and dear to my heart. You see, as a NCO in the Army, I have literally taught over a thousand people how to navigate using a map, protractor, compass, and the brain God gave them.  I personally have built or re-built two courses for the Army, and have taught these techniques for woods, desert, and steep mountain like terrain. I have worked with US Army soldiers, kids, and even FBI Agents to impart these skills. So I speak as what I would consider an expert on teaching these skills.

Visit Sgt. Rock's Hiking H.Q.