Wilderness Navigation, 4th edition

Description

When the trail disappears, the storm rolls in, or the GPS fails, Wilderness Navigation, 4th Edition is the book that keeps you alive and moving forward. Written by veteran educators Bob Burns and Mike Burns, this isn’t just a guide — it’s the official textbook of outdoor education courses across the U.S., with over 150,000 copies sold worldwide.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Full-color maps that throw real-world terrain challenges at you
• Gear breakdowns & comparison charts for locator beacons, satellite communicators, and GPS devices
• Hands-on drills and practice problems to harden your instincts before you hit the wild
• Expanded GPS and tech sections covering the latest satellite tools, apps, and mapping innovations
• Updates on topographical maps and magnetic declination so your skills stay razor-sharp in today’s backcountry

For hikers, climbers, kayakers, skiers, and anyone who refuses to stay indoors, this book delivers step-by-step mastery of map reading, compass bearings, altimeter use, and GPS navigation. It’s not theory — it’s the proven system taught to generations of outdoor leaders, mountaineers, and survivalists.

This 4th edition is more than a book — it’s your lifeline when the wilderness tests you.