[VHFcontesting] GPS Receivers and grid squares

[Darryl Holman]

Dave,

   Garmin makes a series of Android-based hand-held GPSs.    A friend of mind 
has the Garmin Monterra that he uses for hiking (as well as driving, as there 
are car and bicycle mounts available).   What this means is that you can add 
(almost) any Android app to your Garmin GPS.

   Hence, you can add one of the many apps that display maidenhead grids (like 
"GPS Test+" or "GPS Status").   The down side: the units are pricy.

Best,
   Darryl
   ww7d

On 2/19/2015 11:12 AM, Dave Olean 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
> everybody 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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