FIRST CLASS SCOUT

2. Using a compass, complete an orienteering course that covers at least one mile and requires measuring the height and/or width of designated items (tree, tower, canyon, ditch, etc.).

COMPASS GAME
The Second Class Scout chapter explains basic map reading and compass use (see pages 66-74). Try the following challenge to refresh your memory and test your skill as you prepare for the First Class orienteering requirements:
1. Push a stick into the ground beside your foot. Turn the housing on your compass to any bearing (15 degrees, for example). Orient the compass and sight along the direction-of-travel arrow to a landmark. Walk 50 steps toward it.
2. Add 120 degrees to your first bearing, and set your compass again (in this example, 120 degrees plus 15 degrees equals 135 degrees). Take a second bearing and walk 50 steps on the new heading.
3. Finally, add 120 degrees to the second compass setting (120 degrees plus 135 degrees equals 255 degrees) and adjust the compass housing. Take a final bearing and walk 50 steps.
If your bearings have been accurate and your steps all the same length, you should be standing near the stick where you started.