How to navigate through the woods using a topo map and compass Why go off the trail?
Most people who hike or backpack through the woods seldom leave the security of the trail. Yet off the trail there are often scenic sights waiting to be appreciated by a curious individual. If you have this desire to explore but do not know a contour interval from a magnetic bearing, then this class is for you. The dual purpose of this weekend is to increase each person’s proficiency in the use of a topo map and compass and to introduce them to off trail exploring. Where will the class be held? The weekend will be in Homochitto National Forest which is northwest of McComb, Mississippi. This hilly forested wilderness near Clear Springs Recreational Area has elevations what vary 150 feet from the tops of ridges down to modest sized streams. The forest is largely open and composed of pines, beeches, oaks and other hardwoods. Because of these features, this national forest is an ideal location for a weekend of traversing through the woods. What is the plan for the weekend? Most everyone dr
