Navigating by stream

January 2020

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January 2020

Counting the streams and creeks you pass is a useful method of keeping track of your location. Photo: Euan Brook
Rivers and streams are a useful navigational tool if you’ve been paying attention to the map and your location awareness. Trampers often count rivers and streams as a tool to measure progress – the turn-off will be after the third creek crossing. It’s important to remember that not all creeks will be marked on the […]
Heather Grady

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Heather Grady

Heather Grady is an instructor with Outdoor Training New Zealand

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