If one needed to hike out and then come back to a certain spot, how could one temporarily mark their trail so that it is easy to follow back to that **exact** spot when the route back is not obvious?

This can be especially important in areas with dense tree cover or otherwise limited visibility.

A couple of use cases would be by S**earch and Rescue personnel who want to mark what has been searched**, or hunters who need to make **multiple trips to take out game.** 

In the case of game you need to come back to a much more **specific point than can be found with map and compass.**

In either case, the trail being marked will only be needed **temporarily** and the marks should be **removed afterwards.**