How to tell time with the sun

There are certain circumstances when knowing how much daylight you have left is critical. Knowing how many hours of sunlight you have remaining will let you know when you should stop walking and start focusing your attention on finding a safe place to make a shelter. This method can accurately help you to determine how […]

Whether you're on a camping trip or planning a break from technology, learning to tell time without clocks is a needed skill. As long as you have a clear view of the sky, you can estimate what time it is. Without a clock, your...

Sundials have been used to measure time, based on the Sun, for thousands of years. This simple device can be made up of nothing but a flat dial and a gnomon (the "pointer" that casts the shadow), but can still be tricky to read if you're...

Various ways to find direction using the sun and stars with sticks and even an analog watch. Taken from an old military manual.

How do you tell time without a watch? Use the sun! This simple activity will show your child how to build his own sundial.