Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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WAvES can be used to adjust for magnetic declination. WAvES is a mnemonic meaning West Add vs East Subtract and it will work anywhere whether you’re an area with a West of East declination.
As with everything concerning navigation it will require some practice so next time you’re out in the hills, have a try at adjusting y6our compass for the magnetic declination in your local area.