In addition to the information on compass and pacing in the Forestry Judging Contest Manual, here are some additional references that may be helpful in training for the compass traverse contest.  Keep in mind that magnetic declination is not considered in the Compass Traverse contest, so your compass declination should be set to zero degrees (0°).  You may want to read about magnetic declination in the information below.

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"Compass and Pacing", By Deborah Hill, Univ. of Ky

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"How to Use a Compass"
By Kjetil Kjernsmo

"Using a Compass With a Map"
By Kjetil Kjernsmo

"Exercises to Practice Using a
  Compass"
By Kjetil Kjernsmo

"Compass and Magnetic Declination"
By Kjetil Kjernsmo

"Magnetic Declination FAQ"
By Chris M. Goulet

"Compass: Basic Operation and Bearings"
By Doug Latimer

"Measuring Distance by Pacing"
By John W. LeBlanc