Best Hunting GPS Q and A - What is the Most Important Feature to Look for in a Hunting GPS Unit?

Q. What is the Most Important Feature to Look for in a Hunting GPS Unit?

A. The most important feature to look for when shopping for a hunting GPS is an electronic compass.

The electronic compass in the GPS unit allows the user to get a bearing while standing still. This is extremely important for the hunter in a ground blind or tree stand or even in a spot and stalk situation. When hunting it is not always convinent to take a few steps in one direction so the GPS can tell where you are heading before it gives you an accurate reading. This is what you will need to do with a GPS without an electronic compass.