Parts of a Baseplate Compass and Topographic Map
Description
The essential parts of an orienteering baseplate compass and key topographic map features used in land navigation.
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Baseplate
Contour lines
Declination diagram
Direction of travel arrow
Index line
Magnetic needle
Magnifying lens
Map grid lines
Orienting arrow
Orienting lines
Rotating dial
Ruler scale