Requirements
- 1.
Explain what a topographic map is, what you expect to find on it, and three uses for it.
- 2.
Identify at least 20 signs and symbols used on topographic maps.
- 3.
Give the nomenclature of an orienteering compass.
- 4.
Know the meaning of the following terms:
- a.
Elevation
- b.
Contour interval
- c.
Magnetic North
- d.
Declination
- e.
Scale
- f.
Measuring
- g.
Back-azimuth
- h.
True North
- i.
Azimuth
- j.
Distance
- a.
- 5.
Demonstrate how to shoot a magnetic azimuth.
- 6.
Demonstrate how to march on a magnetic azimuth.
- 7.
Know two methods to correct for declination and when correction is necessary.
- 8.
Be able to orient yourself and a map by inspection and by compass.
- 9.
Explain resection and its use.
- 10.
Prove your ability in the use of a map and/or a compass by following a one-mile (1.6 km) cross-country course with at least five given readings or control points.
About this honor
- Category
- Recreation
- Skill level
- 2
- Division
- General Conference
- Edition
- 2001
- Original honor
- 1956
Requirements are published by AdventSource for the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Advent Clubs reproduces them here for club leaders and links the original document above.