CORE Land Navigation and Orienteering Flashcards
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When using a baseplate compass, which part physically points toward magnetic north?
Answer: The red end of the magnetic needle
The red end of the magnetic needle always points toward magnetic north regardless of how the compass is held.
On a topographic map, contour lines that form a series of concentric closed circles typically indicate a:
Answer: Hilltop or summit
Concentric closed contour lines represent a high point such as a hilltop or mountain summit.
A hunter is traveling southeast. On a standard compass, the bearing for southeast is:
Answer: 135°
Southeast falls exactly halfway between south (180°) and east (90°), giving a bearing of 135°.
What does it mean to 'pace count' in land navigation?
Answer: Count every two steps taken to estimate distance traveled
A pace count involves counting every two steps (one pace) to estimate distance based on your known pace length.
Which natural feature on a topographic map is represented by contour lines forming a V or U shape pointing uphill?
Answer: Valley or drainage
V- or U-shaped contour lines pointing toward higher elevation indicate a valley, draw, or drainage area.
If your map shows a contour interval of 40 feet and you count 5 contour lines between two points, what is the elevation change?
Answer: 200 feet
Elevation change equals the number of contour lines multiplied by the contour interval: 5 × 40 = 200 feet.
In the field, what is the safest practice when you realize you are lost?
Answer: Stop, stay calm, and use STOP (Stop, Think, Observe, Plan)
The STOP protocol—Stop, Think, Observe, Plan—helps prevent panic-driven decisions and guides you toward a safe course of action.