GPS on horseback resurrected...any new models or what do people love?

[BCGirl]

So I know this topic was covered in April on the Hunting forum, but I am looking for a GPS to take out hunting with me. I am still learning the territory and it would be so helpful to explain to DH where I have been hunting that day when I come home if I actually know exactly where I have been!

I know I would prefer a wrist model as I am less interested in where I am going while I am out hunting (but if I get seriously lost would like to have the ability to use it) and more interested in mapping where I have been once I get back home.

The units mentioned in the earlier thread were the Garmin 305, the Garmin eTrex and eTrex Legend and the Garmin Foretrex I believe. I’m not sure what else is out there that people really love to use!

Anyone who has one-what do you like/not like/wish it did do/didn’t do? Any and all suggestions are appreciated!

I am also cross-posting this in the hunting!

Thanks!~

[katyb]

I use the Everytrail app on my android phone, and it works great.

[BCGirl]

Unfortunately cell reception is terrible in our territory and it runs down my battery too quickly, so that is out. I wish it would work, it would be much cheaper and easier!

[katyb]

Mine doesn’t require a cell signal…the battery issue is a bit of a pain though.

[UlysMom]

I use the EquiTrack app on my iPhone. It doesn’t require a cell signal either (I ride in some remote areas) and I haven’t noticed a significant drain on my battery. I know you’re looking for a specific GPS device, but it might be worth a look if you don’t find what you’re looking for. Good luck!

[Snowdenfarm]

Second Equitrack. It doesn’t drain my battery like my Gaia GPS app does and I love how it logs the miles for each horse.

[BCGirl]

Thanks for the equitrack suggestions! I will give that a try to see how it works and if it doesn’t…head the gps route!

Thank you!