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A couple nuts just getting started - need advice
2BAMBAM4 replied to nuthouseinva's topic in How do I...?
All kinds of great suggestions. One very important thing to remember is when out caching don't completely rely on the GPS to get you there and back. Carry a map of the area and a compass. Also give someone your location and when to expect you to return. Otherwise, just get out and get miles on the feet. -
I believe your talking about the "go to" function? On my Etrex once you get to the waypoints page you want to press the "enter" button on the left of the machine. That will bump you over to the series of numbers (Waypoint) your talking about. Then using the double buttons above the "enter" you can move to the saved location of the way point. Then you push the "enter" again and you will get the Lat / Long at the bottom of the page. You can push enter again and using the double keys move down to the lat / long to change your way point number. Hope that helps you.
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I am newer as well. But, I have found that coordinates often depend upon the GPS' (age, style,sky view,fresh batteries). Also check the "accuracy" of the gps when in the area as the gps will give a notation that the current accuracy is "within 30 feet" etc. (equates to a 60 foot diameter circle) I always try and let my gps sit for a couple minutes in general area to try and get the most accurate reading for my cache placements. With that said recently I placed a cache and another cacher had readings that were 100 feet different. So it is not uncommon when finding a cache that coords are different than posted that the finder adds the coords into the comments of the find post. If only a couple numbers off no need to post new coords, just part of the game.
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thanks all for the information. I have my maps now I am finding I have them too large for down loading. Time to watch the tutorial.
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Answered my own question. Here is the link: http://garminoregon.wikispaces.com/Custom+Maps#FAQ-CM2.%29%20How%20do%20I%20load%20Garmin%20Custom%20Maps%20onto%20my%20Garmin%20Oregon,%20Dakota%20or%20Colorado?
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recently I saw a topic on creating 'custom' maps using google earth overlaying a trail map etc and the ability to upload to a Garmin. Lost the link any help or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Thanks for the Spelling B fixed now sorta SS This is just to fun !!! You did? OK. If you say so. Passt.......... there are no spelling police here, so buzz off Not every day. But, am usually looking for nearby cache's and loop trails with cache's to find. Planing the hike and cache's. So not everyday on the trail, almost everyday planning.
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So, What caching gear did Santa bring you?
2BAMBAM4 replied to coman123's topic in General geocaching topics
Garmin Oregon 450 and gift certificate to Groundspeak.. -
thanks. I was going back over everything with fresh eyes and mind this morning (cup of coffee in hand) and found things that I missed last night. Found the basecamp and working on the others to get the topoos. I want to put the unit through the paces. Looking forward to getting out and playing a bit.
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Thanks for the reply. I tried the gpsfiledepot free route last night, looks like that avenue maybe closed now. On the other hand I was a little droopy eyed last night. Will try that "route" again.
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As a gift I received the Garmin Oregon 450. Now, I am trying to determine how to load topo maps. I have been reading forums trying to determine the secrets of loading maps and found that I need either the Garmin Mapsource or Baasecamp to load maps from Gpsfiledepot. Question is where do I find basecamp or mapsource? might just be my tired eyes. Any help would be appreciated.
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First, know the area your going and carry a map. I carry a semi waterproof map. I scan the map and enlarge the area I'll be hiking in. This is placed into a zip lock, flat so I don't have to remove to read. (Know if you travel east, for example, you can reach a main roadway or civilization.) Second, thing is to mark the area where you park with either the gps or landmarks. Then given your terrain features try and mark the trail your using on the way out. If your heading off trail there is a very simple thing you can use to mark your way... "bread crumbs." These crumbs are something each of us carry in our packs, TP. I always try and carry at minimum a half roll. If you go off trail mark the area you leave the trail with about five pieces of paper hanging from a branch. Then as you venture deeper into the area place another marker in a like manner. These can be close together or hundreds of yards apart. Nice thing is on the way out you can just pull the pieces off the branch and if you miss one or two the paper will dissolve in the next couple of rains. Nothing like biodegradable trail markers. Low tech and easy to see off the trail. Other thing you can do is using natural trail marking. crossed sticks, piles of rock etc.... Good luck and enjoy the caches
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I would suggest to add a signal mirror and some type of fire starting material. Alcohol hand sanitizer also works great for fire starter as well as cleaning hands. Also a 30 gallon garbage bag (can double as a rain cover for yourself or your gear).
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Just ordered a Oregon 450! A few Q's
2BAMBAM4 replied to TeamMagicParrot's topic in GPS technology and devices
Cheers!! Thanks worked out great and new screen protector on the way for the new Oregon. Now to learn the ins and outs of the new unit. -
Just ordered a Oregon 450! A few Q's
2BAMBAM4 replied to TeamMagicParrot's topic in GPS technology and devices
Where did you find the discount code. Just went to order and did not find one on check out. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks -
Looks like someone shops County Comm. Good gear