Master Wilderness Skills
Learn essential Boy Scout techniques for measuring distances, estimating heights, and navigating in the wilderness.
Master techniques like pacing, the hand-width method, and other Scout-approved ways to measure distances without tools.
Learn the two-stick method, shadow method, and other techniques to estimate the height of trees, buildings, and other objects.
Discover how to use a compass, read maps, and employ triangulation to navigate accurately in the wilderness.
Why These Skills Matter
Wilderness skills are essential for any Scout. They build self-reliance, problem-solving abilities, and can be crucial in emergency situations.
The techniques taught in this guide have been used by Scouts for generations and remain relevant even in our technology-driven world.
By mastering these skills, you'll gain confidence in the outdoors and be better prepared for hiking, camping, and other wilderness adventures.