Bearings — Introduction to Bearings and Basic Terminology + 5 more topics

When we talk about bearings, we're talking about a way to describe direction using angles. It's super important in navigation, whether you're on a ship, a plane, or just hiking.

The absolute key rules for bearings are:
1. Always start from North: North is your reference point, like 0 degrees on a protractor.
2. Always measure clockwise: You spin to the right from North.
3. Always use three digits for true bearings: Even if it's a small angle, like 5 degrees, you write it as 005°.