[VHFcontesting] GPS Receivers and grid squares

[peter heins via VHFcontesting]

Garmin "E-Trex" hikers' GPS is still in production, 
I think it does have Maidenhead Grid Locators.

 Garmin Nuvi 500 and 550??, useable by hikers/cars, no longer sold, has Maidenhead Grid Locators & is great.

bt73Pete, N6ZE/K1JM

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> On Feb 19, 2015, at 11:12, Dave Olean <k1whs at metrocast.net> wrote:
> 
> Man I got a pile of answers on the GPS question. Unfortunately, I was looking to get a good modern (current) handheld for being in the woods. My camp up north is surrounded by pretty wild  country and I could really use a good handheld GPS. It is very easy to get lost there. The woods are so thick that a handheld compass has plenty of trouble since landmarks cannot be seen very well.  Also, being 70 years old, my eyesight is not so great and I need a good display. The older units don’t really look like they will cut the mustard, so I was hoping to find a newer unit with a better display. I do not have a smart phone, and one of my goals in life is to never ever have a smart phone. 
>    I really appreciate all the comments and suggestions. I can’t thank everybodcty with a personal message, but I want everyone to know that I appreciate all the input.  A great group of folks on this reflector for sure.
> 73
> Dave K1WHS
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