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Re: [LUG] Geocaching

 

On Mon, 27 Aug 2007 01:38:08 +0100
Julian Hall <lists@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Neil Winchurst wrote:
> > I think some of the group are mixing up geocaching with sat-nav.
> :)  My comment was purely an illustration to prove the previous 
> statement that you can get into real trouble by relying solely on a 
> piece of electronics for directions.  Regardless of whether the device 
> is SatNav in a car, or a handheld GPS unit, you can still get into a bit 
> of bother :)
> 
> Kind regards,
> 
> Julian

Yes, I realise that. In the past I have done a lot of letterboxing on
Dartmoor. I know that involved just a compass and not a GPS receiver,
but it was still very important to watch one's step, and to not
slavishly follow the direction indicated.

Thanks

Neil

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