A full list of symbols is printed in the map key. To work out which direction to go use the four-points of a compass. These are north, south, east and west. North is always at the top of the map.

A full list of symbols is printed in the map key. To work out which direction to go, use the four-points of a compass. These are north, south, east and west. North is always at the top of the map.

Here at The Manual, our number-one backpacking essential for every outdoor adventure is the humble map and compass. It’s no ...