Terrain Association & Map Reading

Learn the basics of how to hone your skills in order to navigate through terrain association. In this video, we'll discuss how to read natural and man-made features on a map in order to visualize what these features will look like on the ground.

Terrain association is a key task to better understand the world we see on a map as we set boots on the ground. Discover how to read contour lines and colors on a map to visualize the three-dimensional aspects the map represents. This essential map reading tool will better prepare you as you set out on any hike - be it a day hike, out and back, loop hike, thru hike, or just setting up a base camp.

Learn how to visualize major and minor terrain features on a map as well as how to understand colors and vegetation.

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