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Free Hiking GPS Apps for Android

The minute that technology began being used in outdoor activities, you knew there would be a call for apps to help navigate through the trails. Some may be concerned with the lack of Wi-Fi, but that won’t stop these apps. There are plenty of these applications that offer routes and directions without needing Wi-Fi. With pre-downloadable […]

How to Use a Handheld GPS for Hiking

If you are a devoted hiker, you may be considering including a handheld GPS device in your kit. The inclusion of this device will help you be able to plot out your trek before going and stay on it when you actually hit the trails. By having access to a bunch of satellites, you will be […]

Smartphone vs. GPS for Hiking

No one wants to get lost while enjoying nature. The best way to keep this from happening is to use GPS … unless you are, of course, a master navigator and can wield a compass and map like a pro. There are many devices that are fitted with GPS capabilities nowadays, but the two main one’s […]

Do I Need a GPS for Hiking?

Humans have wanted to explore uncharted places since we crawled out of the primordial ooze, but never has that been so easy. With the ever-changing technological world, many advancements have come into being that allow the natural adventurer to explore with more certainty. This technology has been fitted into many different types of gear, but perhaps […]