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Effective & Comprhensive Protocols For Bear Countr
Posted On: Nov 21, 2009
Submitted By: double cabin
Submitted By: double cabin
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The technique works, but Kris would have been able to figure out where he was faster if he also had a lightweight (maybe one ounce) magnetic compass like the green Brunton or a Silva, and learned how to use it before going into the wilderness. Also, he should have sprayed both sides of his map at home with clear spray paint, like Krylon (there are other brands, they work too). The map would have held together better in the rain.
Posted: Oct 29, 2009 Pat
What do you suggest to learn hpw to use GPS=I just bought a garmin legend hcany book or computer user learning link?
Thanks!
Bill from HalfMoon Bay B.C Canada
Posted: Sep 25, 2009 Bill Marion
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