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Silva Expedition compass

Silva Expedition Type 4 compass review: the original base plate compass is still one of the best

By Matthew Jones last updated

The standard against which all other base plate compasses are measured, the Silva Type 4 is a highly regarded, expedition-proven navigational tool

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what to do if you get lost hiking: man in rainstorm

What to do if you get lost hiking? Top tips for your mountain safety

By Alex Foxfield published

Wondering what to do if you get lost hiking? We guide you through the processes you should adopt if you find yourself lost on the mountain

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How to navigate without a compass: survival skills 101

By Kieran Cunningham published

Learning how to navigate without a compass could save your skin when your go-to navigation tool goes AWOL

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How to adjust for magnetic declination (and a tale of three “norths”)

By Kieran Cunningham published

Knowing how to adjust for magnetic declination is essential for accurate backcountry navigation

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“Know your limits”, Lake District hikers urged

By Richard Edwards last updated

Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Association issues plea after dramatic increase in callouts

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