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How to Measure Distance on a Topographic Map | Navigation Skills for Hikers

Knowing how to measure distance on a topographic map is an essential navigation skill for any bushwalker or hiker. Whether you're planning a day walk or a multi-day trek, understanding how far you'll actually travel -- including all those twists and turns -- makes a real difference to your trip planning. In this tutorial, I'll show you a few simple, practical techniques for measuring distance on topo maps using tools you likely already have, including the 'paper method'. You'll learn: How to use the map's scale bar effectively Measuring straight sections vs curved tracks This is one of the techniques I can teach in my navigation courses. It's straightforward, doesn't require fancy equipment, and once you've practised it a few times, it becomes second nature. For more navigation skills, check out my book "How to Navigate" or explore other tutorials on the channel. Links: How to Navigate book: https://lotsafreshair.com/product/how... Navigation Courses: https://lotsafreshair.com/navigation-... BUY my scale ruler LANYARD or ROMER: https://lotsafreshair.com/shop/ #MapReading #NavigationSkills #Bushwalking #HikingSkills #TopographicMaps