How to determine which way is north without a compass
Education • Science
If you were lost in the woods, would you be able to determine which way was north? If it was night, we could use astronomy to find our way. In the Northern Hemisphere, you could use the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) to find the North Star. In the Southern Hemisphere, you could use the constellation Crux, known as the Southern Cross to find south. But, what if it is day, and you don't want to wait until it is very dark, in the middle of those lonely woods? If you can find a sunny spot, it is easy.To find your directions, you will need:a sunny spot on the ground,one stick about 12 inches long, two short sticks or rocks,a flashlight or lamp. This video was made by Robert Krampf!
