You may be wondering which Garmin handheld hunting GPS units are the best rated for this fall's hunting season. When choosing a hunting gps many hunters look for a unit that is lightweight, easy to read and use, while being waterproof and receives a signal even in heavy foliage or deep canyons. Garmin has two new lines of handheld GPS units in the Oregon and Dakota series but surprisingly these two series did not make it in to the Fall 2010 . Hunters preferred the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Garmin Rino 530 HCX for the following reasons.
1. Garmin eTrex Vista HCx– Hunters rated the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx as one of the best garmin handheld Hunting GPS units for the fall 2010 hunting season because it is small, lightweight, and easy to use. The color screen makes it easy to view in sunny conditions. The eTrex Vista HCX gets a great signal in heavy tree cover and deep canyons. One hunter really liked the compactness of the Vista and carries it in his shirt pocket for easy access.
2. Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx – This hunting GPS unit is very popular again this season because it has a larger, color screen which makes viewing GPS maps in the field easier on the hunter’s eyes. It also has a SD card slot which allows the hunter to have a special MicroSD card for each of his hunting areas. The GPSMap 60 CSx maybe a bit larger of a handheld GPS but hunters still love it for it’s great reception in the field.
3. Garmin Rino 530 HCx – The Rino remains popular with hunters because it has a build in radio that you can use to communicate with other FMS/ radio users. The Garmin Rino will also allow for fellow Garmin Rino users in your hunting party to pinpoint your current location. This popular hunting GPS also has a larger, color screen and gets a great satellite signal.
So, as you can see, the best Garmin handheld hunting GPS units for the fall 2010 hunting season are the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Garmin Rino 530 HCx.
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Friday, September 24, 2010
Customer Review - Garmin eTrex Vista HCx - Best Handheld Hunting GPS
I got this eTrex Vista HCx to use for hunting and I've found it is useful for much more than just hunting. You can lock on waypoints when you find deer poo, watering holes, trails, rubbed bushes, etc...then you can come back and look at the computer and almost visualize the deers movements thus allowing you to put a stand up in a great place. I also use it to drive in unfamiliar areas. It's not as good as a car GPS but for a good overall use for everything it's great. However, you will need to buy the topographical and city navigator maps on the chip. Its easy because you just plug it in and go. The darn thing is almost idiot proof and tough as nails. I live in the mountains and it works great here in NC!
By: Bruce Moore
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Best Hunting GPS – Best Garmin Handheld Hunting GPS Units for 2009
Hunters hold a very high standard for the GPS units that they use in the field. They want one that is lightweight, easy to read and use, while being waterproof and receives a signal even in heavy foliage or deep canyons. Garmin has two new lines of handheld GPS units in the Oregon and Dakota series but surprisingly these two series did not make the 2009 “Best Hunting GPS “ list. Hunters preferred the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Garmin Rino 530 HCX for the following reasons.
1. Garmin eTrex Vista HCx– Hunters rated the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx as the Best Hunting GPS for 2009 because it is small, lightweight, and easy to use. The color screen makes it easy to view in sunny conditions. The eTrex Vista HCX gets a great signal in heavy tree cover and deep canyons. One hunter really liked the compactness of the Vista and carries it in his shirt pocket for easy access.
2. Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx – This hunting GPS unit is very popular again this year because it has a larger, color screen which makes viewing GPS maps in the field easier on the hunter’s eyes. It also has a SD card slot which allows the hunter to have a special MicroSD card for each of his hunting areas. The GPSMap 60 CSx maybe a bit larger of a handheld GPS but hunters still love it for it’s great reception in the field.
3. Garmin Rino 530 HCx – The Rino remains popular with hunters because it has a build in radio that you can use to communicate with other FMS/ radio users. The Garmin Rino will also allow for fellow Garmin Rino users in your hunting party to pinpoint your current location. This popular hunting GPS also has a larger, color screen and gets a great satellite signal.
So, as you can see, the best hunting GPS units for 2009 were the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Garmin Rino 530 HCx.
1. Garmin eTrex Vista HCx– Hunters rated the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx as the Best Hunting GPS for 2009 because it is small, lightweight, and easy to use. The color screen makes it easy to view in sunny conditions. The eTrex Vista HCX gets a great signal in heavy tree cover and deep canyons. One hunter really liked the compactness of the Vista and carries it in his shirt pocket for easy access.
2. Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx – This hunting GPS unit is very popular again this year because it has a larger, color screen which makes viewing GPS maps in the field easier on the hunter’s eyes. It also has a SD card slot which allows the hunter to have a special MicroSD card for each of his hunting areas. The GPSMap 60 CSx maybe a bit larger of a handheld GPS but hunters still love it for it’s great reception in the field.
3. Garmin Rino 530 HCx – The Rino remains popular with hunters because it has a build in radio that you can use to communicate with other FMS/ radio users. The Garmin Rino will also allow for fellow Garmin Rino users in your hunting party to pinpoint your current location. This popular hunting GPS also has a larger, color screen and gets a great satellite signal.
So, as you can see, the best hunting GPS units for 2009 were the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Garmin Rino 530 HCx.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Best Hunting GPS – Which Garmin Hunting GPS Is Right for You?
GPS units are becoming very popular with hunters these days, but it may be confusing choosing the right unit for your hunting needs. Many people may be looking at the newest designs thinking they are the best GPS they can buy but it may not be right for them.
Let’s compare two of the newest Garmin GPS models the Dakota 10 and the Oregon 400T to three of the best Garmin Hunting GPS units; the eTrex Vista HCx, the GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Rino 530 HCx.
New Touch Screen Models
· Garmin Dakota 10 GPS – This is the newest model from Garmin. It is more compact than the Oregon 400T. It is waterproof and impact-resistant which are two features many hunters look for in a GPS unit. It also is equipped with Hotfix technology which calculates the user’s position faster.
· Garmin Oregon 400T – This is also a fairly recent model from Garmin. It is a little bigger than the Dakota 10 but it is also a touch screen model. It allows users to share information with other GPS users, wirelessly, which is a nice feature to track other hunters in your party. It comes pre-loaded with topographical maps and has both a barometric altimeter and electronic compass. Hunters really appreciate these three features.
The new technology of these two GPS units is appealing at first many people are reporting that the screens are difficult to read in the sunlight and they are more difficult to use because of all their features. This is why the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Rino 530 HCx are still the best hunting GPS units available.
Best Hunting GPS Units
· Garmin eTrex Vista HCx – This one is great if you are looking for a compact unit. It fits in your shirt pocket, has a clear color screen, and is waterproof. It has a barometric altimeter and an electronic compass which allows hunters to position themselves even when standing or sitting still.
· Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx – This GPS is a little bigger but is the most popular among hunters. They like the larger, color screen makes it easier to view topo maps in the field. It also gets great satellite reception in heavy cover and deep canyons.
· Garmin Rino 530 HCx – The Rino has a radio build in to it so you can contact fellow hunters who also have a Rino or have a FRS/GMRS radio. It also has a color screen making it easy to view maps and has the ability to pinpoint your location while sitting or standing still because of its electronic compass and barometric altimeter.
So, as you can see, many people may think that the new technology of the touch screen models would make the best hunting GPS units but after you consider the poor screen visibility and the difficulty in use you may want to consider either the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Rino 530 HCx for your hunting GPS needs.
Let’s compare two of the newest Garmin GPS models the Dakota 10 and the Oregon 400T to three of the best Garmin Hunting GPS units; the eTrex Vista HCx, the GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Rino 530 HCx.
New Touch Screen Models
· Garmin Dakota 10 GPS – This is the newest model from Garmin. It is more compact than the Oregon 400T. It is waterproof and impact-resistant which are two features many hunters look for in a GPS unit. It also is equipped with Hotfix technology which calculates the user’s position faster.
· Garmin Oregon 400T – This is also a fairly recent model from Garmin. It is a little bigger than the Dakota 10 but it is also a touch screen model. It allows users to share information with other GPS users, wirelessly, which is a nice feature to track other hunters in your party. It comes pre-loaded with topographical maps and has both a barometric altimeter and electronic compass. Hunters really appreciate these three features.
The new technology of these two GPS units is appealing at first many people are reporting that the screens are difficult to read in the sunlight and they are more difficult to use because of all their features. This is why the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Rino 530 HCx are still the best hunting GPS units available.
Best Hunting GPS Units
· Garmin eTrex Vista HCx – This one is great if you are looking for a compact unit. It fits in your shirt pocket, has a clear color screen, and is waterproof. It has a barometric altimeter and an electronic compass which allows hunters to position themselves even when standing or sitting still.
· Garmin GPSMap 60 CSx – This GPS is a little bigger but is the most popular among hunters. They like the larger, color screen makes it easier to view topo maps in the field. It also gets great satellite reception in heavy cover and deep canyons.
· Garmin Rino 530 HCx – The Rino has a radio build in to it so you can contact fellow hunters who also have a Rino or have a FRS/GMRS radio. It also has a color screen making it easy to view maps and has the ability to pinpoint your location while sitting or standing still because of its electronic compass and barometric altimeter.
So, as you can see, many people may think that the new technology of the touch screen models would make the best hunting GPS units but after you consider the poor screen visibility and the difficulty in use you may want to consider either the Garmin eTrex Vista HCx, the GPSMap 60 CSx, and the Rino 530 HCx for your hunting GPS needs.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Best Hunting GPS – Top 3 Garmin Hunting GPS Units for 2008
Do you know what the top 3 Garmin hunting GPS Units for 2008 were? Read on to find out.
The end of the year brings about many top lists, so why not a top Hunting GPS list. Hunters are using GPS units more and more these days for scouting, hunting, and animal recovery. Each hunter probably has his or her personal favorite but we found the following GPS units to be the most popular for hunting in 2008.
3. Garmin Rino 530HCX – Hunters love this model because it also has a radio in it. It reduces the amount of equipment you have to carry while hunting having your GPS and Radio in one. You can communicate with other FRS/GMRS radio users as well as see fellow “Rino” users in your hunting party using the pinpoint positioning feature. Its MicroSD card slot and great satellite reception capabilities also make this GPS unit popular among hunters.
2. Garmin eTrex Vista HCX – This is a favorite among hunters because of its compact size, color screen, excellent satellite reception, and MicroSD card slot.
1. Garmin GPSMap 60 CSX – This is by fair the most popular GPS unit used by hunters. Many hunters like the larger, color screen for view topo maps, the MicroSD card slot, and it’s excellent satellite reception.
Hunters usually like a GPS that has a MicroSD card slot for additional memory, a color screen for easily viewing topo maps, and excellent satellite reception in heavy cover or deep canyons.
The end of the year brings about many top lists, so why not a top Hunting GPS list. Hunters are using GPS units more and more these days for scouting, hunting, and animal recovery. Each hunter probably has his or her personal favorite but we found the following GPS units to be the most popular for hunting in 2008.
3. Garmin Rino 530HCX – Hunters love this model because it also has a radio in it. It reduces the amount of equipment you have to carry while hunting having your GPS and Radio in one. You can communicate with other FRS/GMRS radio users as well as see fellow “Rino” users in your hunting party using the pinpoint positioning feature. Its MicroSD card slot and great satellite reception capabilities also make this GPS unit popular among hunters.
2. Garmin eTrex Vista HCX – This is a favorite among hunters because of its compact size, color screen, excellent satellite reception, and MicroSD card slot.
1. Garmin GPSMap 60 CSX – This is by fair the most popular GPS unit used by hunters. Many hunters like the larger, color screen for view topo maps, the MicroSD card slot, and it’s excellent satellite reception.
Hunters usually like a GPS that has a MicroSD card slot for additional memory, a color screen for easily viewing topo maps, and excellent satellite reception in heavy cover or deep canyons.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
GPS For Hunting Q&A - Which Garmin GPS Units Are The Best For Hunting?
Do you know which Garmin GPS units are the best for hunting? Well, read on to find out.
Q. Which Garmin GPS Units Are The Best For Hunting?
A. The Garmin eTrex Vista HCX, the Garmin GPSMap 60CSX, and the Garmin Rino 530 HCX are the best GPS units for hunting.
* Garmin eTrex Vista HCX - This unit is great for hunting because it has a MicroSD card slot so you can put different maps of hunting areas on varies memory cards. It also features an electronic compass to take a bearing while you are sitting or standing still like in a tree stand or ground blind. The Garmin eTrex Vista HCX is also very compact and lightweight.
* Garmin GPSMap 60CSX - This Garmin unit also has a MicroSD card slot and electronic compass. Most hunters like that it is easy to use with one hand. It is also popular for it’s ability to pick up a satellite signal quickly. This has been a very popular model for outdoor enthusiasts for years.
* Garmin Rino 530 HCX - This unit is not as compact as the eTrex Vista HCX but it also has a MicroSD card slot and electronic compass. It’s main feature is that it is also a FRS/GMRS radio. So you can communicate with others who have a radio. The Garmin Rino 530 HCX is most popular for it’s ability to use it’s position reporting feature and share your location with other Rino users in your hunting group.
I would recommend just about any Garmin model for hunting but these three are the best hunting GPS units because of their electronic compass and built in MicroSD memory card slot.
Q. Which Garmin GPS Units Are The Best For Hunting?
A. The Garmin eTrex Vista HCX, the Garmin GPSMap 60CSX, and the Garmin Rino 530 HCX are the best GPS units for hunting.
* Garmin eTrex Vista HCX - This unit is great for hunting because it has a MicroSD card slot so you can put different maps of hunting areas on varies memory cards. It also features an electronic compass to take a bearing while you are sitting or standing still like in a tree stand or ground blind. The Garmin eTrex Vista HCX is also very compact and lightweight.
* Garmin GPSMap 60CSX - This Garmin unit also has a MicroSD card slot and electronic compass. Most hunters like that it is easy to use with one hand. It is also popular for it’s ability to pick up a satellite signal quickly. This has been a very popular model for outdoor enthusiasts for years.
* Garmin Rino 530 HCX - This unit is not as compact as the eTrex Vista HCX but it also has a MicroSD card slot and electronic compass. It’s main feature is that it is also a FRS/GMRS radio. So you can communicate with others who have a radio. The Garmin Rino 530 HCX is most popular for it’s ability to use it’s position reporting feature and share your location with other Rino users in your hunting group.
I would recommend just about any Garmin model for hunting but these three are the best hunting GPS units because of their electronic compass and built in MicroSD memory card slot.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Best Hunting GPS - The 3 Best Garmin GPS units for hunting: A Holiday Gift Guide Comparison
Do you know which Garmin GPS Units are the best hunting GPS to give as a gift this holiday season? Read on and find out what makes these three GPS units the best for hunting.
If you have a hunter on your gift list this holiday season you may want to consider getting them a GPS unit. But the big question is which one’s are best for hunting and why.
1. Garmin eTrex Vista HCX - The Garmin eTrex Vista HCX is a great GPS for hunting because of its compact size, electronic compass, and MicroSD card slot. It is small enough to fit in a shirt pocket and very light weight. The electronic compass allows the hunter to get a bearing while standing still either in a tree stand or ground blind. The MicroSD card slot allows for additional memory and storage of specific hunting areas and waypoints on certain memory cards that can be interchanged when changing hunting areas.
2. Garmin GPSMap 60 CSX - The Garmin GPSmap 60 CSX has been a mainstay for outdoor enthusiasts including hunters. It is not as compact as the Garmin eTrex Vista HCX but it too has an electronic compass and MicroSD card slot for additional memory. Many hunters like that it is easy to use with one hand while hunting and also how quickly it acquires a satellite signal, ready to navigate.
3 . Garmin Rino 530 HCX - The Garmin Rino 530 HCX also has the electronic compass and MicroSD card slot but it is also a FRS/GMRS radio. This radio allows you to communicate with other FRS/GMRS radio users or to use the position reporting feature to let other Rino users in your hunting party know where you are at.
So, as you can see, these three Garmin GPS units are the best hunting GPS’s available. Any hunter would love to receive one of these as a gift this holiday season.
If you have a hunter on your gift list this holiday season you may want to consider getting them a GPS unit. But the big question is which one’s are best for hunting and why.
1. Garmin eTrex Vista HCX - The Garmin eTrex Vista HCX is a great GPS for hunting because of its compact size, electronic compass, and MicroSD card slot. It is small enough to fit in a shirt pocket and very light weight. The electronic compass allows the hunter to get a bearing while standing still either in a tree stand or ground blind. The MicroSD card slot allows for additional memory and storage of specific hunting areas and waypoints on certain memory cards that can be interchanged when changing hunting areas.
2. Garmin GPSMap 60 CSX - The Garmin GPSmap 60 CSX has been a mainstay for outdoor enthusiasts including hunters. It is not as compact as the Garmin eTrex Vista HCX but it too has an electronic compass and MicroSD card slot for additional memory. Many hunters like that it is easy to use with one hand while hunting and also how quickly it acquires a satellite signal, ready to navigate.
3 . Garmin Rino 530 HCX - The Garmin Rino 530 HCX also has the electronic compass and MicroSD card slot but it is also a FRS/GMRS radio. This radio allows you to communicate with other FRS/GMRS radio users or to use the position reporting feature to let other Rino users in your hunting party know where you are at.
So, as you can see, these three Garmin GPS units are the best hunting GPS’s available. Any hunter would love to receive one of these as a gift this holiday season.
Hunting GPS - Holiday GPS Gift Guide for the Hunter on Your List
Do you know what the Hunter on your list wants this holiday season? Read on and find out the top GPS related gift ideas for this holiday season.
Yes, it is that time of year again and what to get the Hunter on your gift list? GPS units and related items are very popular with hunter now. So, why not get them a hunting GPS or accessories. You may consider one of the following ideas.
1. Best Hunting GPS Units - The best hunting GPS units are the Garmin GPSMap 60CSX, Garmin eTrex Vista HCX, and the Garmin Rino 530. All of these models are great for hunting. Each model has an electronic compass which all hunters love because they can get their bearing while sitting still in a tree stand or ground blind. The Garmin Rino 530 HCX is also a two-way radio so you can keep in touch with other hunters and use the pin-point reporting feature to let other Rino users in your hunting group know exactly where you are at.
2 Best Hunting GPS Accessories - The best GPS accessories for hunters are a good carrying case, a lanyard, and a holster. These accessories will protest the GPS from scrapes as well as keep the GPS handy for use by the hunter. If you have chosen the Garmin eTrex Vista HCX you could get a couple MicroSD cards for the hunter to load specific hunting maps onto. Or if you have chosen the Garmin Rino HCX, an earbud with microphone is great for hunter so they don’t make noise when using the radio feature.
3. Best Hunting GPS Software - The best GPS software for hunters is a great topographical map such as Garmin MapSource Topo! U.S. 2008
. This will show terrain contours, topo elevations, trails, rural roads, and springs. Every hunter will love that advantage of hunting with a GPS with loaded Topo maps to help find them the best hunting spots.
4. Best Hunting GPS Instructional DVD’s - When a hunter gets a new GPS unit they want to learn how to use it quickly so they can use it on their next hunt. Bennett video has produced excellent how-to DVD’s for all the most popular GPS unit. The hunter on your gift list will learn how to mark waypoints, and make routes and tracks in no time at all with the help of one of these instructional DVD’s
.
So, as you can see if you pick a GPS related gift for the hunter on your gift list this year they will enjoy it on every hunting trip through out the year.
Yes, it is that time of year again and what to get the Hunter on your gift list? GPS units and related items are very popular with hunter now. So, why not get them a hunting GPS or accessories. You may consider one of the following ideas.
1. Best Hunting GPS Units - The best hunting GPS units are the Garmin GPSMap 60CSX, Garmin eTrex Vista HCX, and the Garmin Rino 530. All of these models are great for hunting. Each model has an electronic compass which all hunters love because they can get their bearing while sitting still in a tree stand or ground blind. The Garmin Rino 530 HCX is also a two-way radio so you can keep in touch with other hunters and use the pin-point reporting feature to let other Rino users in your hunting group know exactly where you are at.
2 Best Hunting GPS Accessories - The best GPS accessories for hunters are a good carrying case, a lanyard, and a holster. These accessories will protest the GPS from scrapes as well as keep the GPS handy for use by the hunter. If you have chosen the Garmin eTrex Vista HCX you could get a couple MicroSD cards for the hunter to load specific hunting maps onto. Or if you have chosen the Garmin Rino HCX, an earbud with microphone is great for hunter so they don’t make noise when using the radio feature.
3. Best Hunting GPS Software - The best GPS software for hunters is a great topographical map such as Garmin MapSource Topo! U.S. 2008
. This will show terrain contours, topo elevations, trails, rural roads, and springs. Every hunter will love that advantage of hunting with a GPS with loaded Topo maps to help find them the best hunting spots.4. Best Hunting GPS Instructional DVD’s - When a hunter gets a new GPS unit they want to learn how to use it quickly so they can use it on their next hunt. Bennett video has produced excellent how-to DVD’s for all the most popular GPS unit. The hunter on your gift list will learn how to mark waypoints, and make routes and tracks in no time at all with the help of one of these instructional DVD’s
.So, as you can see if you pick a GPS related gift for the hunter on your gift list this year they will enjoy it on every hunting trip through out the year.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Best Hunting GPS - The Top 7 Reasons Why the Garmin eTrex Vista Hcx is the Best Hunting GPS
Many people are asking which GPS is the best for hunting. The Garmin eTrex Vista Hcx is among the best GPS units for hunting for many reasons but here are the top seven.
1. Long Battery Life - It is very important to have a GPS unit that has a long battery life to it when hunting in the outdoors. The Vista Hcx will run approximately 25 hours on 2 AA batteries. Remember to always carry extra batteries in your pack while hunting so you don’t get stuck in the middle of nowhere with out having replacements.
2. Compact & Lightweight - When you are doing spot and stalk hunting you will appreciate having a GPS that is both compact and lightweight. The Vista Hcx is small enough to fit in your shirt pocket and only weighs 5.5 ounces.
3. Waas-enabled & Electric Compass - It is extremely important to have a GPS that is Waas-enabled when hunting like the eTrex Vista Hcx is because it will locate your position quickly and precisely even when you are hunting in heavy cover or a deep canyon. The Garmin eTrex Vista Hcx is also equipped with an electric compass which will provide your bearing information even while you are sitting still in a tree stand or hunting blind.
4. Hunt/Fish Calculator & Sun/Moon Information - The Vista HCX has a Hunt/Fish calculator which tells you the best times to hunt each day. It also provides you with sunrise and sunset times so you can plan your time hunting in the field better.
5. 256 Level Color - You will enjoy the 256 level color of the Vista HCX with it’s easy to read screen and great contrast that it brings to your topo maps while outdoors.
6. Great Memory and MicroSD slot - You can record 1000 waypoints, 50 routes, and 20 tracks with the Garmin eTrex Vista HCX. It has a microSD slot where you can insert preloaded microSD cards with MapSource information about the area you are hunting.
7. Water Proof - But the most important reason why the Garmin eTrex is among the best hunting GPS unit is because it is water proof. You don’t want to worry about damaging your GPS unit when you are out hunting and a rain shower or snow flurries start to fall.
These are just a few of the reasons why the Garmin eTrex Vista Hcx is the best GPS unit for hunting.
1. Long Battery Life - It is very important to have a GPS unit that has a long battery life to it when hunting in the outdoors. The Vista Hcx will run approximately 25 hours on 2 AA batteries. Remember to always carry extra batteries in your pack while hunting so you don’t get stuck in the middle of nowhere with out having replacements.
2. Compact & Lightweight - When you are doing spot and stalk hunting you will appreciate having a GPS that is both compact and lightweight. The Vista Hcx is small enough to fit in your shirt pocket and only weighs 5.5 ounces.
3. Waas-enabled & Electric Compass - It is extremely important to have a GPS that is Waas-enabled when hunting like the eTrex Vista Hcx is because it will locate your position quickly and precisely even when you are hunting in heavy cover or a deep canyon. The Garmin eTrex Vista Hcx is also equipped with an electric compass which will provide your bearing information even while you are sitting still in a tree stand or hunting blind.
4. Hunt/Fish Calculator & Sun/Moon Information - The Vista HCX has a Hunt/Fish calculator which tells you the best times to hunt each day. It also provides you with sunrise and sunset times so you can plan your time hunting in the field better.
5. 256 Level Color - You will enjoy the 256 level color of the Vista HCX with it’s easy to read screen and great contrast that it brings to your topo maps while outdoors.
6. Great Memory and MicroSD slot - You can record 1000 waypoints, 50 routes, and 20 tracks with the Garmin eTrex Vista HCX. It has a microSD slot where you can insert preloaded microSD cards with MapSource information about the area you are hunting.
7. Water Proof - But the most important reason why the Garmin eTrex is among the best hunting GPS unit is because it is water proof. You don’t want to worry about damaging your GPS unit when you are out hunting and a rain shower or snow flurries start to fall.
These are just a few of the reasons why the Garmin eTrex Vista Hcx is the best GPS unit for hunting.
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