Topo Symbols

“Do you know them?

Topo Symbols

Here's a suggestion. Go to an office supply place and buy colored markers and pencils. Get a pack of 150 blank index cards and set yourself up flashcards to memorize the symbols. Make it a project.

It's fun to actually look at a topo and know what the symbols mean. Know 'em cold.”

“They are similar to orientation maps...only more detailed and have more symbols. I'll be dis-oriented with a topo map. Thanks for the link Tekapo.”

“Colors and what they indicate are also as important to know.

I sent a friend, who has a new girlfriend, a TopoZone map with an X to mark a spot he could take his woman for a small hike. I got an Email back saying "Thanks...but first I need to learn how to read a topo map!"”

“LOL!

Yeah, he probably had a lot of motivation to make it happen given the lake is probably pretty spectacular.

J/K!! 8P”