An easy-to-follow manual full of essential information for any young person with an interest in maps and a sense of adventure. This book is packed full of map projects and games, as well a practical guidance for those putting their new navigation knowledge to the test outdoors. Readers will learn how to understand map symbols and legend, navigate without a compass, create their own maps, plan their own map-reading expedition, and even how to use their mapping skills on a geocaching adventure. With its fast pace, clear instructions and nuggets of information, this authoritative guide will appeal to a wide readership age. Written by one of the few full-time explorers in the world, this book won't just whet child's appetite for adventure; it will give them the tools to set off on one, too.

Author Biography

JUSTIN MILES is the founder of `Just for the Challenge', a charity where funds are raised by taking on daring expeditions. His adventures include exploring the Arctic, climbing mountains, exploring deserts and hacking his way through jungles. All of Justin's experiences have been used to support charities and to fuel various education projects. Justin turned his passion for adventure into his profession after a car accident in 1999 resulted in brain injuries which left him having to learn to walk and talk again from scratch. It was during his recovery that he decided that when he recovered he would become a `full time' explorer and use his experiences to support charities and inspire children to learn through innovative education programmes. Justin is a passionate supporter of the global education programme 'Educate A Child'.