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- Determine the length
of a line
established between two points marked on a
topographic map using the map scale.
- Determine the bearing (line of travel) between the two points using a Silva Range-type Azimuth compass or equivalent.
- Correct the above bearing for declination.
- Identify
10 topographic map symbols marked
on the
contest map from
a list of
30 topographic map symbols selected specifically for the Invitational
contest.
The following links are the official training references which describe how to do the four parts of the contest above. You are to use these links below to study and train for the topographic map contest:
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How
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How
to determine the bearing (line of travel) between two points on the map
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