PORTABLE GPS DEVICES

Garmin eTrex Vista C

The hallmark of any high-tech outdoorsperson is a state-of-the-art portable GPS device. You can go with a device customized for specialized use (hunting, boating, etc.) or with one of the many general-purpose handheld devices.

My favorite general-purpose GPS device is Garmin's eTrex Vista C, primarily because it packs so many useful features into such a small package. This gizmo is small enough to fit in your shirt pocket, but offers a color display, automatic routing, and a whole bunch more. The whole thing is wrapped up in a waterproof case that you can use for boating, hiking, biking, or geocaching.