GPS Land Navigation - Softcover

Michael Ferguson

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0965220257 ISBN 13: 9780965220255

Publisher: Glassford Publishing, 1997

Synopsis

GPS Land Navigation is an essential reference book for anyone planning to use the global positioning system for navigating the backcountry. This book explains all aspects of the GPS system and related equipment. GPS receivers, compasses, altimeters, maps, coordinate systems, and datums are among the major topics covered. Also included are equipment comparisons, and information on how to select the equipment that is right for you. You are provided with clear and simple descriptions of how the GPS system works, and how to make the GPS system work for you. No prior knowledge of land navigation, map reading, or cartography is assumed. Important information is provided about the limitations of GPS receivers, and how to avoid being mislead by your GPS receiver. As a bonus, thousands of actual coordinates that are ready to enter into your receiver are included in several appendicies.

About this title

From the Author:

When I started using GPS for my own backcountry travels, I quickly discovered that not much information was available to the average backcountry GPS enthusiast. Once I set about satisfying my own curiosity, it didn't take long to see the value in sharing this information with other GPS enthusiasts - hence this book. My goal was to provide a thorough yet easy to use reference on all aspects of personal navigation with GPS. I also felt it was important to start from scratch, and not assume any prior knowledge or skills on the part of the reader. Consequently, I believe this book will be of value to both beginning land navigators and seasoned GPS users. I hope that's your judgement too!

From the Back Cover:

Must reading for all GPS users. Well researched on the workings of GPS. I recommend this book to all GPS backcountry users. (Unpublished letter from Bob Meredith, Director, Mountain Rescue Training Center, 3/97)

About this edition

• Publisher: Glassford Publishing
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0965220257
• ISBN 13: 9780965220255
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 264