Essential Wilderness Navigation Paperback Book

Essential Wilderness Navigation Book by Craig Caudill

Craig Caudill, a top wilderness trainer and author, is back with his third wilderness book. Partnering with fellow navigation expert Tracy Trimble to teach readers all the ins and outs of safely finding their way in the woods. Land navigation remains an essential survival skill, even in the age of the GPS. This informational guide book walks readers through common scenarios, with bonus foldout maps at the back that help outdoorsmen learn their skills by experience. Master the most essential survival skill with the Essential Wilderness Navigation Book.

Craig and Tracy have stories from their search and rescue recovery trips where hikers and other adventurers relied too heavily on electronic navigation devices that failed. GPS units are surprisingly fragile; they can easily be damaged, get lost or run out of battery. People are becoming more aware of this issue and seeking safer solutions. This practical, modern guide teaches anyone to become a true wilderness expert by properly using the most reliable form of navigation—a map and compass. Learn to check yourself with natural navigation skills such as reading the sky, flora and terrain, and utilise a GPS only as a backup.

More About The Author

Craig Caudill is the author of Extreme Wilderness Survival and Ultimate Wilderness Gear, and the founder/director of Nature Reliance School. He has written for and been featured in several magazines, including American Frontiersman, Self-Reliance Illustrated, Backwoodsman and Wilderness Way. He lives in Winchester, Kentucky.

Tracy Trimble is a former Army Reservist who teaches many of the land navigation courses at Nature Reliance School with Craig. He lives in central Kentucky.