Survival Purpose
We first saw the Garmin GPS unit in action during a 4-wheeler trip. We were exploring new territory in a forested region and got pretty turned around. We had maps and compasses but until we checked in on the digital GPS we were pretty lost. The Garmin showed us exactly where we were, where we had been, and it was easy to find where we needed to go.
Rugged, full-featured handheld GPS features:
- 2.6" sunlight-readable color screen
- High-sensitivity GPS and GLONASS receiver with quad helix antenna
- 8 GB of internal memory and a microSD card slot
- 250,000 preloaded caches for paperless caching from Geocaching.com
- Preloaded TOPO U.S. 100K maps plus a 1-year BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription
- 3-axis compass with barometric altimeter
- Wireless connectivity via Bluetooth technology or ANT+
What We Like
- GPS - you can accurately determine where you are
- TOPO Maps - download up-to-date topography maps for use with the GPS functions
- Phone Connection - use your phone screen and functions with the GPS connectivity
- Emergency Texting - you can connect via satellite and get out an emergency text
- Weight - the Garmin GPS is light weight and compact
Tips and Recommendations
- Find a method (solar or crank) to recharge the GPS when in the backwoods
- Use it before an emergency so you know what you're doing
Safe and Secure
