Walkers relying on smartphone apps for directions blamed for 50% hike in mountain rescue call-outs
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...d-50-hike-mountain-rescues.html#ixzz1IsCr0KTB
Interesting article.
I use GPS and a smartphone and find them not only useful but fun too. However I do realize the limitations of these devices and would never rely totally on them. Getting lost is easier than most people realize.
I know that everybody here knows that a good map and knowledge of how to read it and going prepared are important; along with understanding the environment you are going into. But I thought I'd mention it anyway.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...d-50-hike-mountain-rescues.html#ixzz1IsCr0KTB
Interesting article.
I use GPS and a smartphone and find them not only useful but fun too. However I do realize the limitations of these devices and would never rely totally on them. Getting lost is easier than most people realize.
I know that everybody here knows that a good map and knowledge of how to read it and going prepared are important; along with understanding the environment you are going into. But I thought I'd mention it anyway.