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Magnifying Lens – A 4X magnifying glass is embedded in the base. This makes things look 4 times larger than they
really are. This can be very useful when using the compass with a map (advanced skill).
Scales – Along the edge of the base there is a centimeter scale and two USGS map scales (also called
roamer scales) for use with topographic maps.
FINDING YOUR DIRECTION
HOW TO FIND NORTH
Hold the compass so the dial is near your body and the front of the compass (where the magnifier lens is located) points
away from you. Make sure you are not using the compass near anything metal such as a metal desk, a watch, a belt
buckle, etc. Metal items will attract the magnetic needle and that will give you incorrect directions.
Hold the compass level (very flat) in your hand so the needle floats freely. It helps to hold it waist high, with the
magnifying lens pointing straight ahead. When the needle stops moving, the red part of the arrow should be pointing to
North. North is a very important direction for finding your way. The earth is like a giant Magnet. It has a north pole and
a south pole. The red part of the compass needle always points to the magnetic north pole of the earth, which is in the
general direction of what we call the North Pole.
Turn the bezel (dial) so the letter N lines up with the arrow. The red arrow should be right between the two green marks
by the N. Make sure you have the N lined up exactly with the arrow, because you could accidentally go in the wrong
direction if it is incorrect. Turn your body until you are facing north. Notice that North is at the zero-degree mark.
HOW TO FIND OTHER DIRECTIONS
If you are told to go West, look at the dial and find the W. Notice that West is at the 270-degree mark. Turn the dial until
the W is in front of you, lined up with the direction of travel (the magnifying lens in front). Turn your body around
slowly until the red arrow points to N again (line it up between the two green dots). You are now facing west.
You can practice facing East at 90-degrees and South at 180-degrees.
Now you can try to go somewhere between North and West. Look at the dial and find where Northwest is. It is actually
halfway between North and West, located at 315-degrees. Move the dial until Northwest is facing the direction of travel.
Hold the compass flat so the needle can turn and then turn your body around slowly until the red arrow points to north
again. You are now facing northwest.
You can practice facing Northeast, Southwest and Southeast.
Warranty and Parts:
We replace all defective or missing parts free of charge. Additional replacement parts may be ordered toll-free. We
accept MasterCard, Visa, checks and School P.O.s. All products warranted to be free from defect for 90 days. Does not
apply to accident, misuse or normal wear and tear. Designed for ages 13 and up. Item is not a toy. It may contain small
objects that can be choking hazards.
Other Science First Items:
657-5010 Fieldmaster Orienteering Kit: The Orienteering Kit is everything you need to get started with map and
compass work. The teacher guide will help the educator guide students in classroom work and field work. Equipment is
provided for 12 students and an orienteering course.
657-5011 Basic Orienteering Kit: This basic orienteering kit is perfect for an introduction to compasses and directions.
The kit allows a teacher to demonstrate using an oversize display compass, while the students have accurate liquid filled
compasses.. The detailed teacher instructions include many activities including: learning the parts of a compass, learning
directions, finding your way, string course, finding a landmark, using maps, and hidden treasure games.
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