A perfect companion for the Suunto MCA compass – The Complete Orienteering Handbook is a comprehensive manual containing pretty much everything you’ll need to establish a solid base of navigational fundamentals.

Not a very exciting read, but your interest in the content will likely come from your passion to learn about using a map and compass – an invaluable survival skill.

Remember – GPS devices can fail due to extreme temperatures and dead batteries. A compass does not rely on a power source and is quite reliable in most environments and climates.  If you rely on a GPS unit as your primary navigational instrument, consider carrying a compass (with a map of the area you are travelling in) as a back up system.

Cost: Around CDN $30