Due to magnetic pull in the Earth, a compass's direction and a map's plotted direction hardly ever correspond. Because the Earth's magnetic poles are not fixed in relation to its axis, it deviates from true North over time and in different locations around the world.
There are (3) key directions you need to keep in mind when conducting land navigation, which include: True North, Grid North, and Magnetic North. True North is calculated by using an imaginary line through the Earth rather than by using a compass--It is the direction that leads to the North Pole. Grid North is a navigational term referring to the direction northwards along the grid lines of a map. Magnetic North is the direction in which the north end of a compass needle or other freely suspended magnet will point in response to the Earth's magnetic field.
Roughly, somewhere close to the Mississippi River, the declination is close to 0 degrees, which means True North and Magnetic North are in alignment. No, or minor, calculation and compass adjustment is required in this location.
When you are west of the Mississippi River, your compass needle (due to magnetic pull) is pulled east of True North; and when you are east of the Mississippi River, your compass needle is pulled west.
When west of the Mississippi River (East Declination), think Military Rank Promotion and Demotion. When converting from a Grid North Direction to a Magnetic Direction (General to Major = Demotion), you subtract the GM Angle. When converting from a Magnetic Direction to a Grid Direction (Major to General = Promotion), you add the GM Angle.
When east of the Mississippi River (West Declination), think of an Educational Promotion. When converting from a Grid North Direction to a Magnetic Direction (Graduate to Masters = Promotion), you add the GM Angle. When converting from a Magnetic Direction to a Grid Direction (Masters to Graduate = Demotion), you subtract the GM Angle.
A great resource to find the declination in your area is going to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) here:
https://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/geomag/calculators/magcalc.shtml?#declination
We hope this tip helps when getting back to the roots of land navigation or when technology fails. Our next Land Navigation Course is coming up at Fieldcraft NC in Aberdeen, NC, on 11 DEC 2022--We hope to see you there, and please sign up here:
https://fieldcraftsurvival.com/land-navigation-11-december-2022-aberdeen-nc/
We're excited to introduce out brand new Fieldcraft Survival content app. .To answer a lot of the questions that we've been regarding the future of the Fieldcraft Survival Locals platform and to see what the future holds our founder and CEO, Mike Glover, has a video message to update you on what's happening and to tell you where we're going!
The trial code Mike references will be in the following message for paid supporters. Thanks again for your support.
We are less than 24 hours away from our last (LIVE) Program 62 with Amber Elle! To learn more about what to expect from the 12-week digital training course, please watch our program review with Kristen (Class 01 Graduate)! Thank you for your interest, and if you would like to enroll before the official start of the course, please visit the link here:
This 12-week program is designed to help develop a preparedness blueprint custom to you and your family's needs through weekly course topics discussed by Fieldcraft Instructors. If you can't make the live Zoom call on Tuesdays, don't worry! We send our Zoom recordings every Wednesday and are open to questions regarding the content covered during and after the program. You will also receive all the content covered no matter where we are in the course automatically if you end up signing up at a later time!
Come operate the Zoleo with us: Amber Elle, our Director of Family Preparedness walks us through how to use the satellite communication device that we've utilized here at Fieldcraft for over the last year-both domestically and abroad.
Using the Iridium satellite network, we've never been in a place on any of our adventures where it couldn't find a solid signal, and communicate with the outside world as well as receive real time weather updates for our location.
- ZOLEO keeps my conversations going by transmitting them over satellite, cellular and Wi-Fi, depending on where I am.
- ZOLEO provides me with detailed weather forecasts
- ZOLEO allows me to hit the check-in button to let my family know I’m okay when I don’t have time to text.
- ZOLEO is water, dust and shock-resistant, so it keeps up with me in all sorts of conditions.
- ZOLEO can operate in temperatures from -4°F to 131°F
- ZOLEO’s Location Share+ feature lets my family/friends follow along on my journey
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Join Amber Elle, Director of Family Preparedness as she explains the inspiration behind Fieldcraft's new Program 62, a 12 week online course launching January 3, 2023.
You can see the course page over at Fieldcraft for the full course breakdown and to sign up! https://fieldcraftsurvival.com/fieldcraft-preparedness-program-62-3-january-2023/
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Amber, our Director of Family Preparedness walks us through the benefits of using the Reach 2S system from Vara Safety and discusses what she's learned since using this system in her own home since November of 2021.
Visit the Vara Safety site to learn more at: https://get.varasafety.com/fieldcraft/
Join Amber Elle as she shares her thoughts and experience with traveling with a firearm. We're big proponents of traveling with weapons if you are legally allowed and comfortable doing so.
Make sure to download the accompanying PDF for a checklist to help you on your next trip!
https://fieldcraftsurvival.locals.com/post/2308212/how-to-fly-with-a-firearm-pdf
We are excited to announce that we now have a 10% discount code with Vara Safety! This fingerprint and RFID handgun safe fits the Fieldcraft Survival criteria of being the best in its category--enabling fast access and security for responsible gun storage! With summer upon us, and children's activity buzzing around the home, this is the perfect option for you to ensure firearm safety in your home without sacrificing your ability to protect your family when seconds matter most. To unlock your savings, please use the following discount code during checkout:
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Our Director of Family Preparedness, Amber Elle, does a phenomenal job covering some key features and benefits of utilizing the Reach 2S in your home! Please watch here:
https://vimeo.com/836191192/ab5c3b1144
Additional information on Vara Safety's Reach 2S can be found in our Family Firearm Safety Guide (PDF) as well:
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Here’s a gear giveaway we are doing with KC HiLiTES, including a signed copy of Mike’s book, “Prepared!” Thanks to everyone for all the support! Please check out the link for details:
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***Don’t forget to get your copy of “Prepared” dropping tomorrow (6 June 2023):
Lifesaving Medical Tactics for Law Enforcement: A Conversation with Sean Barnette and Kevin Estela
Street Cop Training Lifesaving Medical Tactics for Law Enforcement Instructor Sean and Kevin discuss Sean's recommendations for gear staging and best practices, fentanyl exposure, and more in this week's podcast. Sean's background includes work as a tactical paramedic, deputy sheriff, and reserve police officer. The two took a break from the conference to record this podcast at Fieldcraft Air BnB.
Listen: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5OJYgm6QgK5ol0sDTVWoyv
***We have (3) Fieldcraft Med Courses coming up in the next few weeks in Aberdeen, NC, and Los Olivas, CA! For more information on these courses, please visit the training links here:
(1) Home Medical Aid Station - Aberdeen, NC (10 JUN 2023): https://fieldcraftsurvival.com/home-medical-aid-station-10-june-2023-aberdeen-nc/
(2) Wild Medicinal and Edible Summer Plants and Basic Medicine Making - Aberdeen, NC (17 JUN 2023): ...
