Navigation definitions

Question 1

Define attack point

Answer 1

A feature of some kind that is easily identifiable. Examples of this include a tree or mountain. This is not the final destination.

Question 2

Define handrail

Answer 2

Identifiable features that you can walk by to aid in navigation. Examples include a river, fence or fire break.

Question 3

Define Aiming off

Answer 3

Purposely aim off to a point that is going to prevent an error occurring further down the track.

Question 4

Define Catching feature

Answer 4

Prominent features. A feature in the landscape that will indicate the ‘target’ has been missed. Examples include: might aim for a track function in front of a river.

Question 5

Define map reading by thumb

Answer 5

Placing thumb on map on each point positively identified. When arrive at next point, move thumb.