A practical, informative guide geared toward high school and college-age students, this video illustrates what it takes to prepare for an expedition (including how and what to pack), how to set up a campsite, and the basic skills for orienteering (a competitive sport based on expedition and navigation). Program sections on safety, sanitation, and proper equipment are also included, providing young outdoor enthusiasts with valuable knowledge and educators a valuable learning resource. Specific topics range from protective clothing options to the awareness needed for effective campsite selection to map reading and compass skills. Alternative navigation techniques are also explored.

Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware. Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 06, 2012.

Introduction: Expedition and Navigation Skills (0:42) -- Preparing for an Expedition: Inventory (1:43) -- Preparing for an Expedition: Packing a Bag (1:34) -- Preparing for an Expedition: Clothing (1:44) -- Setting Up Camp: Selecting a Campsite (2:35) -- Setting Up Camp: Sanitation (0:52) -- Setting Up Camp: Rubbish (1:05) -- Setting Up Camp: Washing Up (1:11) -- Navigation Skills: Maps (2:55) -- Navigation Skills: The Compass (3:02) -- Navigation Skills: Alternative Techniques (2:08) -- Credits: Expedition and Navigation Skills (0:24).