ASSESSMENT

The following has been adapted from an example posted by Mike Clifford, 4-H Extension Agent, Nottoway, VA., on the following website: http://www.ext.vt.edu/resources/4h/environment/gpsgames.html.

This exercise tests skills in using a compass, reading topographic maps, pacing, and GPS.
Prior to the class, a circular multiple-leg trail has been designed using a series of waypoint stations, each with instructions for navigating to the next station.

Materials needed: 

• Topographic maps
• Brunton baseplate compass
• Brunton GPS

The following are examples of instructions that might be posted.

1. START  Using your GPS enter your starting location.  Then go to (provide station 2 coordinates) to locate station 2, mark it on your map and obtain that stations “word”.
2. Using a compass, pace (xxx yards) on a bearing of (xxxo) to locate and mark station 3 on your map.  Don’t forget to obtain that “word”.
3. Using your topographic map, go to the intersection of the Popo Agie River and road coming into the Sinks Canyon Center and mark station 4 on your map before obtaining your “word”.
4. To find and mark station 5, walk upstream the Popo Agie to a point that is (xxxo) from station 2.  Obtain your fourth “word”.
5. Using your GPS, return to station 1 to complete the navigation trail.  Your fifth “word” will be given to you by your instructor upon submitting your map.

The words, “Ice Cream in Kitchen” will provide a much deserved reward.