by Lophophaps » Tue 23 May, 2017 4:37 pm
Sweetmango, welcome to the forum. A compass should be carried on all walks. Even if you don't know how to use it, with time and advice from others, the skills will be obtained. One that is probably most critical is aligning the map. If the compass does not have an offset, put the circular bit at 350 degrees, clockwise slightly. On a flat surface, line the red end of the needle on zero degrees. The edge of the compass is now north-south. Knowing how to do this can greatly assist when you come to track junctions.
Rather than cite walks here, why not go to a library and borrow a book of walks? My libraries have several such books, which even when dated give good ideas. Grampians, goldfields, Strathbogies, Snowy Plains, Bogong High Plains and many other areas have good tracks. If you find a walk that appeals, post the walk here and we can look at it.