Navigating can seem very complicated – but with these five easy tricks, you’ll be well on your way in no time.
The Ramblers recommend you use the five Ds:
- Distance – how far is this leg of the walk?
- Duration – how long will it take me?
- Direction – what direction should I head off in?
- Description - what will I see along the way?
- Destination – what will I see when I get to the end of this leg of the walk?
You won’t necessarily need all five Ds on every part of your walk, simply choose the ones that will help you on your way.
How to navigate – five simple steps
Looking for more navigation tips?
The Ramblers’ research revealed that 21% of people are put off from tackling a walk for fear of getting lost. To help, the walking charity have launched a free series of 17 short, accessible films designed to help walkers find their way in the outdoors.
'The Beginner’s Guide to Navigation' video series covers a huge range of skills, including how to navigate using your phone, how to measure distance and how to read map symbols.