Large-scale maps show more detail but less area. Small-scale maps show more area but less detail.
Scale defines how “zoomed in” a map is.Well-designed maps will build extra margin around the crease so that everything folds neatly. If buying a laminated folding map, you don’t want ones that fail to fold flatly because the extra thickness of the laminate blocks the creases.If you only have one or two maps total, we generally recommend going with laminated/waterproof maps because the durability benefits outweigh the cons of not being able to write directly on them.You can also buy detailed maps of individual large cities in your area - especially if you’re likely to pass through it when evacuating.You should at least have a national road atlas, a state atlas, and a folding topographic map of the local area you can keep in your go-bag.Learn more about how to read a map and how to use a map and compass
Tip: Maps can be more useful than people expect, especially as more of us are growing up without ever needing to actually use a map for figuring out where we are, plotting a course, or finding water.
