Sponsored by26th April 2019SPOT: an essential lifeline when you venture into the wildWhen mobile connectivity is unreliable or non-existent, satellite communication comes into its own.by Alex Roddie
16th July 2020How to use digital navigation safelyDigital navigation tools, used properly, can be an important part of navigating safely. Here, Alex Roddie gives some tips for how to get the most out of them.by Carey Davies
10th January 2019Skills: Combining traditional and digital navigationOur guide to the different ways in which you can use GPS and traditional navigation tools together – and some of the issues you need to bear in mind when doing so.by Alex Roddie
18th October 2018The Great Outdoors Guide to Mountain Navigation FundamentalsBill Turnbull from Scotland’s National Outdoor Training Centre, Glenmore Lodge, is our expert for our guide to mountain navigation, whether you’re a hillwalking newbie or looking to refresh your knowledge of the basics.by Alex Roddie
13th March 2018Digital feature: the future of mountain navigation and mappingThe Great Outdoors investigates what the future holds for map, compass, GPS and smartphone navigationby Alex Roddie
19th October 2017Ed Byrne tries… basic navigationComedian and hillwalker Ed Byrne could do with improving his navigation skills. We sent him out with an instructor for a bit of map-and-compass workby Alex Roddie
18th October 201710 tips for mountain navigation in bad weatherIf you’re out on the hill and the weather closes in, don’t panic – here are some simple mountain navigation steps to keep you walking in the right directionby Alex Roddie
14th May 20175 natural navigation hacks from Tristan GooleyTristan Gooley, author of The Walker's Guide to Outdoor Clues and Signs shares five of his favourite tricksby The Great Outdoors
24th February 2017Don't get lost! | A quick guide to 12 crucial navigation skillsCheck your up to speed with these techniques ahead of your spring walkingby The Great Outdoors
21st June 2016Accident blackspots in the Scottish HighlandsHeather Morning of The Mountaineering Council of Scotland, offers advice on avoiding accidents in the Scottish Highlandsby Isobel Duxfield
25th February 2016Has your compass been affected by reverse polarityAre you sure your compass is pointing north? Mountain Safety Advisor Heather Morning explains how to keep your compass safe and how to fix the problem.by Isobel Duxfield
25th February 2016Ordnance Survey: Understanding grid referencesOrdnance Survey gives a guide to understanding grid references and the romer scale on a compass.by Isobel Duxfield