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[Greyfox54]

I'm sure this topic has been hashed over before but what hand held GPS is affordable and works , I have an older Garmin (8-10 years) that was supposed to be the noodles when I got it but found out it didn't work under tree cover , which is 95% of the places I hunt . And to add to all this I'm not capable of texting , and my cell phone doesn't take pictures . With that in mind what brand GPS would you recommend that's easy to use and works well and yeah not too expensive . Any help would be greatly appreciated , thanks , Fred

[Greyfox54]

Might want to add I just got back from the Harrisburg sports show and even though it is advertised as the biggest show in the USA I couldn't find one GPS unit for sale , Lord willing I will be going to The Wensel's Pig-gig in March and will be needing a GPS , Thanks again , Fred

[frassettor]

Most of the garmins now have a high sensitivity receiver that standard on all models. I had the same issues years ago. Now I don't have a problem with the HS receiver

[centaur]

Originally posted by frassettor:
Most of the garmins now have a high sensitivity receiver that standard on all models. I had the same issues years ago. Now I don't have a problem with the HS receiver

X2
My Garmin Oregon knows where it is in the deepest black holes, but it isn't cheap. It is, however, easy to use.

[bulldog18]

Have an Etrex-20. Very simple to use and under 200 in price.

[rbcorbitt]

PM sent.

[Austin Brown]

Whichever you get make sure WAAS is enabled, the older Garmin came out of the box with that setting turned off.  I have a Garmin Map 76cs that I have used for years hunting and crappie fishing with zero problems.

[tippit]

Fred,
Bread Crumbs...just follow them home     I'm techno inept too!

Yes, the newer Etrex models have much more sensitivity, and can work fine in the woods. It takes a minute for them to get their bearings, but after that all is good. I had the original etrex, replaced a year or so ago with ther HC and well-satisfied.

[elkken]

The simplest GPS I have used is a Bushnell, don't know the model but it is a round shaped unit. It is a simple straight line method that only records three way points and has a compass. I usually mark my camp site, where I park my bike and if lucky where my critter went down. I have a fancy Garmin that has all the bells and whistles but I too am not a tech guy and hate reading manuals, I use it to see how far I hike or bike and that's it ....

[elkken]

double post, oops

[awbowman]

I have the Dakota 20.  Great GPS and not that much money.  The Oregon was too big (though it's not that big) for my taste but may be better for aging eyes.

Their computer software (basecamp) is a very nice feature for saving waypoints as well as planning a hunt.  You can also share wirelessly waypoints if both of the hunters have Garmin units capable of doing so.  I even downloaded an image of Google earth in basecamp software.

[sswv]

I just got a Garmin Dakota 20 and it's WAAAY more than I expected. Good unit for the money.

[Yellow Dog]

Fred, you looking for something to use all the time or one to get you through the Pig-gig. I've got a Garmin Etrex 20 I could send you to get you thru Piggin with the Wensels.

[tracker12]

The Garmin Etrex is hard to beat.  Small and compact and very accuurate.  I have used mine all over the west and last week while in the Swamps of Ft Stewart Ga with no problem.  You can also use mine for the week if you need one to try out.  

I'll be heading up to the Jarrisburg show of Sat.

[BD]

Garmin Oregon. Got mine on sale on amazon  for around $145.

[Greyfox54]

Thanks for all the great imput guys '


Mike and Tony I really appreciate your kind offers but I have needed one for awhile and will have to bite the bullet sometime , besides  I've gotten a good offer on a used one .

And Jeff my Goodwife says I can't leave a trail of crumbs as they get caught up in my beard .

BD Amazon has the Oregon models starting around $200 , maybe the sale is over .

Thanks again guys I knew you would put me on the right track , Fred  
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[Kudu Kid]

Fred, are you going to be at Lambshead?

Keith

[Greyfox54]

Keith I'm not sure where or what Lambshead is .

[Kudu Kid]

Fred, the Lambshead Ranch is the last of the weeks hunts.  March 10 - 15.  I will be at that one.  
Keith