Map Compass 101

[@tokesateer]

Well done. Thorough and concise, you pulled together what I've been picking up from hiking buddies. For those who commented that it was confusing. . . watch it again.

[@charles6250]

I SAW MANY VIDEOS ABOUT COMPASS! BUT NEVER ONE LIKE YOURS, VERY UNDERSTANDABLE AND CLEAR, I REALLY THANK YOU 4 SHEARING THAT VIDEO IS GREAT! THANK YOU VERY MUCH IT HELPED ME A LOT!

[@robertbreedlove]

This is by far the easiest to understand 101 I have found. thanks!

[@BradleyPaton]

Thank you. I thought i knew what to do before i watched any of these videos, but after watching other videos I actually got more confused, until YOUR vid. Thanks for making it simple to understand.

[@jayrewhernandez]

I have to say. "Good examples, thank you. The lesson really helped explain exactly what I needed to know. It can be a little confusing at first, but following along with your video and your own compass in hand it becomes well comprehensible." Thanks again.

[@AngeloDiLeonforte]

the best video i've watched on you tube among hundreds of other videos, clear and simple. Thank you man

[@tmorente]

Thank you so much for explaining the basics...i'm a novice hiker and I bring a cheap little compass with me as a just in case tool, but I never really knew how to use it with a map. It' makes a lot of sense now. I think I'll try it first in places that I'm familiar with just to practice.

[@Gambeli02]

I'm going bushwhacking tomorrow and it's been many years since I've used a compass and map. Your vid reminded me how to take a bearing. Thanks Packrat.

[@dwaynerobertson383]

As always, Matt, great video. I do not think it could be made more clear for a beginner.

[@OneDirection10v3r]

Thanks for sharing! I was having trouble in gym class when we had to use a compass and this REALLY helped!!!!

[@2tommyrad]

Very nice begging tutorial. Chopping up, into smaller pieces, the task of learning how to use a compass and a map, is a great way to see that people understand. Just bought a Silva Ranger 515. Affordable, and packed with goodies. Can't wait to get lost :)

[@battlearenatoshinden]

Excellent job! It's great to have a visual instead of just reading about it. Thanks!!

[@kan-zee]

I love the Basics ... this vid, has provided a strong foundation..the rest is just add ons..Thannks for this

[@PackRat556]

Thank You! I like the lantern as well! I use it in the shop at night sometimes, it gives such a warm and soothing glow! Take Care.

[@raybrown1269]

Great job! Very basic and simple. I like the fact that you focused on just a few facts so not to overwhelm your noobie viewer.

[@phatbenji94]

Thanks to you know I can use a compass!! Now i spend my evenings practicing my orienteering skills!!

[@PackRat556]

Thank you for that. I am glad the videos have been helpful. I appreciate your interest and time.

[@Juannito5150]

Awesome video. Plane and simple explanation. I learned so much. Thank you Juan.

[@Tube888z]

Great help PackRat556! Was able to teach my boy minus all the tech aspects till he's older. Sometimes ya just need a little reminder of the basics to be solid. Thank you...

[@ckan27]

Packrat, I can't thank you enough for this fab video - was totally clueless before. Thanks again!!

[@paddyboy12432]

you make it real easy to understand....u teach well. and i like the atmasphere u create with the lantern in the video. nice touch.

[@ESX888]

nicely done video! very clear and easy to follow. thanks for putting it up on youtube.

[@CahlosHTX]

i saw about 3 different videos this was the most helpful thanks great video

[@PackRat556]

I would love to visit Alaska someday! I am glad this was helpful for you. Take Care!

[@smackied765]

good vid, already know how to use a compass, but by far the easiest explanation i have heard, like all of your vids keep up the good work

[@thibs8839]

Thank you as alway PakRat. This was an awesome refresher video for basic compass skills. It's been a while for me so this helped me get back in the game!

[@Rastalova]

Very clear, easy to understand instructions, thank you very much!!

[@darb1017]

I learned this in Scouts, but that was a while ago and I completely forgot. Thank you for the refresher! I need to get myself a compass or two for backup when my GPS goes out. I have become to dependent on that beautiful invention (that can lose power). I need to get back to the "off the grid" mentality. GPS satellites could be turned off, and cell coverage too. All by my lonesome, bugging out (God forbid) and no sense of where I am or where I am going. Thanks again!

[@danielharris6687]

Fantastic beginner's video, super helpful!

[@sad58533]

this is a great video. most importent thing in this video is it is easy to understand. thanks!!!

[@1mykah]

Your humble man, and good at what you do.....thanks bro

[@suprasoybean]

Awesome video. Planning go to backpacking in Yosemite so this will help out a lot. Thanks

[@JColeComedian]

Great stuff, thanks for the refresher. I'm off to Yosemite for a week...rock on!

[@TheAjee1]

This is the best instructions! Thanks for the help.

[@PackRat556]

Absolutely. I am a visual person as well. I am glad this was helpful for you. Thanks for commenting!

[@edifymee]

great video and great explanation, I am a beginner and this video was totally informative! Thanks!

[@drcsep]

Concise and to the point. Thanks for the info. I do like the background music too...😃

[@julessarangi]

clear and easy to understand thanks for the refresher course!

[@michaels2814]

Exactly what I needed to preview. Thanks!

[@xpmark1]

Thank you very much.Your a good instructor and I just need to practice to secure the knowledge.

[@princesskatiecakes]

when using a map and compass, it is important to figure out what declination is for the area that you are traveling in so you can add and subtract accordingly to get a precise bearing ground unto map = add map unto ground = subtract declination will differ depending on weather you are travelling on land or on water, so if you are partial to one or the other i recommend buying a compass with the feature "automatic declination" to make things easier for yourself. i like the brand suunto.

[@AI4QT]

Very good. Excellent training video on basic magnetic compass usage. Regards. AI4QT in Huntsville AL.

[@robertneville777]

Dude, awesome video! This has helped me a lot in refreshing my memory for the Boy Scout compass requirements. Very useful video and well described. Thanks!

[@davidleasure1022]

good job on the basic use of a compass and map

[@willekeansink7974]

Very nice and clear and love Habib Koite's music :)

[@PackRat556]

Thank you very much! I appreciate your kind words. Take Care.

[@goddfrey978]

Thanks mate, nice & clear now I know the basics

[@johngo6283]

Overall, this is a very solid video. I teach this material, and refer students to this vid before your classes for a good overview. But, as mentioned by others, I do take issue with one thing: you essentially ignore the critical issue of declination. I urge all my students to by a modern compass with adjustable declination. I personally prefer the Suunto M3 model. Adj dec. only adds about $10 to the cost of a compass compared to a plain baseplate model. Don't do math when lost!

[@Ibrahimwodiali]

Great video and the best instruction!

[@dws3803]

best compass vid I've seen yet

[@hectorrespeto]

Clear & simple.Great video!!

[@ShaunWhiteismyGinger]

THANK YOU, THANK YOU , THANK YOU! i have a presentation tomorrow and i have to teach the class how to use a compass, you saved my ass.

[@gregoryhill5162]

Great job I will take your advice and start simple.

[@SoCalRyder7]

Finally, a tutorial i can understand. Thanks packrat!

[@SpecialT87]

GREAT video - clear and precise. Thank you.

[@DwayneDrexler]

nicely done. am a beginner and this helped a lot

[@BornAgainCynic0086]

Hi Ken, Don't worry about that. The trick is to sight something closer to you along the line of travel (bearing) and walk towards that. Then stop, check your compass and find another thing to walk towards along your line of travel. Do it in stages, dont constanly use the compass because there is no way you will walk in a 100% straight line.

[@PackRat556]

Thank You! I appreciate your support!

[@krisUSA111]

very helpful,great video and great explanation

[@JoeDurobot]

Nice video, great for beginers like myself. Hope you will do more.

[@PackRat556]

Nice! wish I was. Hope you can use this on your trip!

[@Pawoodsman]

Great stuff as always, look forward to what's next.

[@708mrmike]

Thank you very much I really enjoyed your video👍👌🏻 ✌🏻

[@PackRat556]

Thank you, I have more ideas coming, just looking for the time to get them done.

[@PackRat556]

They are one of the good ones out there, but there are other good options too. The one in this video is the bottom line Silva. Sometimes simplicity is the best policy. Good luck with yours!

[@shovelh2003]

This is great, thank you very much!! Helped me out alot.

[@Dizinii]

Thanks so much. :) Clear, concise, informative!!!

[@zungaro]

Thank you. Today i have learnt something.

[@Photobyke]

Nice vid. Nice and clear. Great to refresh sometimes

[@PackRat556]

I am very glad this helped! I have never owned a GPS! Imagine that. I have looked at them many times, but have not invested in one. I should do a little research into them I guess...

[@prezo2677]

good video good clear instructions i enjoyed it

[@movie_magic4403]

Perfect for beginners.

[@aleigh112]

Thank you, this video was very helpful.

[@PackRat556]

Thanks, glad you found this useful!

[@PackRat556]

Thanks Locke6206, That is an excellent technique for backtracking as well!

[@jumbosilverette]

Great help for this beginner. Thanks.

[@wilsocn]

Really nice video. Thanks for posting.

[@ambarrett100]

Fantabulous!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@PackRat556]

I appreciate it, I have ideas brewing, just need time to get them done!

[@Hiker1792]

Dont forget declination!! Not that difficult to figure out, it will be on almost every if not every map of the area you plan to travel to. If you lose your map its as easy as googling it. Happy trails!

[@albierte]

Thank you for making this video.

[@davidcontreras2422]

Nice video for beginners like me thank you Sir.

[@peterschopf7373]

Simple, just like me. Seriously though, very user friendly intro to orienteering.

[@TheElephantShoe]

Thanks! This was very helpful.

[@RogerBrown]

Just what I was looking for. Thank you. :-)

[@PackRat556]

Awesome! (I Ka Bar - Get it....) lol Yes, that's one of the reasons I picked that song, also, it is just a cool tune! I am surprised anyone knew it!!!

[@joseelquirquincho]

Muy Buenos Videos, Saludos, soy su nuevo suscriptor 🙂

[@PackRat556]

Absolutely! I am glad it was helpful!

[@LisaSooFetch]

This Really Helped Me, Thanks =)

[@Slayerfreek27]

Hey thanks! This was very helpful!

[@kathleensmothers8520]

Love your videos!

[@trooper2221]

I as well appreciate the video Packrat. informitive ! but i liked th lantern lol and the music as well. Thanks.

[@haleybeltran9444]

Super helpful. Thanks a lot!

[@PurdyBear1]

Thanks for the great video!

[@davemenabat]

Great video, man. Thanks!

[@PackRat556]

I know the feeling! Sometimes I have an idea to make a video and then someone else beats me to it, for what it's worth, go ahead and make yours too, some people may find one and not the other, also, different people have different styles of explaining, and some people may understand your version better than mine, so, go ahead and share! Take Care.

[@PackRat556]

I am glad this was helpful. Mission accomplished! Thanks for watching!

[@PackRat556]

You will need to acquire a map to get the best results with your compass. Without a map, you can use the compass to track your direction but you would need to have some idea of which direction you will want to head. There are other uses for you compass, but for navigation, you will need at least a bearing in degrees or a map to help you get to a specific location.

[@spy8464BB]

very nice video for beginners. Most people dont pick up compass skills right off. you need to play with your compass and maps for it to sink in and stay in your memory. my guess is that most people dont have the patience and will just think they can use their iPhone.

[@armonkaboly505]

are Jeannette and donna still having fun?

[@armonkaboly505]

bruh u have the stupidest channel I have ever seen....srry man but its true

[@caesar8591]

Thanks! Great info for newbees.