We all know that finding your way is a vital component of your survival skills. Having a primary and secondary compass is a wise strategy to employ when venturing out, but don't neglect some important field-expedient methods humans have used through the centuries. Basic star navigation, shadow-stick methods and others can help you get your cardinal directions in the event your compass fails or is lost. Remember to stay aware of important land marks that you can identify and possibly use to triangulate your position if, in fact, you take a wrong turn.