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How to use GPS devices in the mountains safely

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20/08/2015

You may have a GPS nestling in the palm of your hand when you read this - but can you use it in the hills and mountains? Chris Townsend takes us through how to use GPS in the outdoors safely, whether on a standalone device or your phone.
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Emergency procedures for hill walking

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20/08/2015

If things go wrong in the mountains, what do you do? Chris Townsend explains the procedures you need to know but hope never to use.
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Know your hill walking footwear

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18/08/2015

Bamboozled by boots? Flummoxed by footwear? Chris Townsend explains the range of shoes you can use for hill walking in this BMC TV video.
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How to take a compass bearing

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29/07/2015

Taking a compass bearing can be fiddly at first but is easy once you get the hang of it. Chris Townsend explains how to do it in this BMC TV video.
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How to take a grid reference

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22/06/2015

Grid references are important in the hills for emergencies, finding features and letting people know where you are. Chris Townsend takes us through how to understand them in this BMC TV video.
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Know your different outdoor jacket types

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17/06/2015

Waterproof, windproof, softshell, insulated... there are a range of different jackets available for outdoor use, and working out which ones you need can be confusing. Chris Townsend explains all in this BMC TV video.
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Emergency packing for hill walking

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30/05/2015

If things do go wrong in the mountains, are you prepared? Chris Townsend looks at the crucial bits of kit you need on hand for emergences.
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How to pack a rucksack

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22/04/2015

What does renowned wilderness walker Chris Townsend carry in his backpack for a day in the mountains? Find out in this BMC TV video.
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