Ultimate Navigation Manual by Lyle Brotherton (Paperback, 2011)

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In writing this new book he worked with over 130 Search & Rescue teams in 22 countries. by Lyle Brotherton. Author Lyle Brotherton. Targeted at one of the largest and fastest growing leisure markets of outdoor activity including hill-walkers, mountain bikers, mountaineers and climbers.

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All the techniques you need to become an expert navigator. The Ultimate Navigation Manual is a unique guide to finding your way on land - from the basic principles right up to the advanced technology of GPS. Designed to allow even the absolute beginner to find their way anywhere in the world, it also develops a unique confidence in navigation - with or without technical aids. With a preface by Sir Ranulph Fiennes, contents will also include: Environmental clues - Using the natural environment to navigate Maps - An introduction to the different types of maps The Compass and North - How compasses work, how to use them and how to choose the right one Map and Compass Navigation - twenty-five easy-to-learn skills are described Relocation Procedures - What to do when lost, dealing with well-known relocation procedures and some ground-breaking new ones Stellar Navigation - Simple methods that are easy to learn GNSS (GPS) Navigation - Why Global Satellite Navigation Systems are the most significant advance in navigation since the invention of the magnetic compass; details all of the systems now available, including the American GPS Specialist environments and equipment - Which techniques are best, where and how to use them in environments such as the Arctic, coastal areas, desert regions, jungles or forests, mountains and urban areas Written by one of the world's leading search and rescue consultants and highly illustrated with specially commissioned photographs designed to emphasise navigation problems - this is the ultimate guide to not losing your way.

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PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-139780007424603
eBay Product ID (ePID)179623754

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Book TitleUltimate Navigation Manual
AuthorLyle Brotherton
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
GenreSports
Number of Pages368 Pages

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Item Height216mm
Item Width135mm
Item Weight730g

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Title_AuthorLyle Brotherton
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom

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  • Excellent book

    Easy to read and fully of useful information. I teach navigation for hikers but this is addisng to my knowledge.

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  • A good read

    The Ultimate Navigation Manual is a well written technical book done in an excellent simple fashion. I am looking forward to finishing the complete book and getting out with my GPS.

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  • Hill navigation for all levels

    For anyone wishing to learn hill navigation or to reinforce their knowledge this has to be the go to book. Written by a Search and Rescue team member who has a wealth of experience in all types of terrains

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  • Very educational

    This book is full of useful information. I would almost say it's the bible of land navigation. You need this in your adventure bookcase.

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  • My partner loves this book said it was e...

    My partner loves this book said it was extremely good reading

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  • Spot on the title says it all

    I have never read a more informative book on navigation before. This is a must have book for all walkers where ever they may be.

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  • A fantastic book that touches on every s...

    A fantastic book that touches on every single topic you need to know about when navigating 👍🏻

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  • A comprehensive book written by an expert.

    It covers basics to advanced. Excellent book.

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  • Educational

    It gives great detail.

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  • good product

    good layout, detail

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