Lay branches on the ground so they form a simple compass shape.
Before compasses, people used the sun, shadows, tree growth and other landscape features to find their way.
Map your sit spot and the surrounding area.
Choose a location with a clear, unobstructed view of the horizon, ideally somewhere you can return to throughout the year.
Position yourself somewhere with a view of the landscape in the distance, such as overlooking a valley.
The sun does not always rise and set in the same spot.
After a wander or sit spot, add a heading box to a blank journal page, then map your specific experience with yourself drawn at the centre.
Find a flat, level, open piece of ground for your sundial.
Choose a suitable location, such as an edge habitat, a stream or a glade.
Check the weather forecast to make sure the sky will be clear enough to see stars.