IFMGA Guide Margaret Wheeler takes you through the steps of one of the foundation skills for navigating with a map and compass. In simplest terms, it links the information provided by a map to the terrain around you. You can use this skill to locate peaks or terrain features, to confirm your own location [...]

When you hear the word ‘Greece’ it is easy to conjure up some enticing image of blue skies and white-towered buildings. Sure looks nice. Sure would like to go there…all that blue water, those vibrant colors, that sun…