The ability to navigate in the mountains is a vital skill for survival. You may think having a GPS on your phone is all you need, and to an extent it probably is . . . until it gets dark and the battery goes flat!

Mountain Steps UK has its place, and a part of that is to encourage responsibility. That's why we've included these very simple instructions on how to use a map and compass.
 

Among other things, a map and compass can :

• Keep you on the route
• Gives a good approximation of time and distance
• Help you work out where you are
• Guide you around in thick cloud or even in the dark!
• Learn to use them well, and then you can really adventure!