#gearmeout

What's my grid?

gearmeout

UST_Survival
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Q1: Have you ever had a GPS steer you wrong? Tell us about it! #GearMeOut

sh_wt
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Q2: What is the best place to get an accurate map for navigating the backcountry? #GearMeOut

UST_Survival
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Q3: Besides backcountry travel, can you think of any ways knowing your grid coordinates can aid you in a disaster?… https://t.co/rt9wJo6t2p

sh_wt
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Q4: Why is knowing your grid coordinates an important skill for backcountry travelers? #GearMeOut

UST_Survival
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Q5: Have you ever used a coordinate scale for plotting your grid? Where could you find training on using one?… https://t.co/J3WfYGEPSU

sh_wt
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Q6: USNG, MGRS, UTM, or just plain old Latitude & Longitude… what’s your coordinate system of choice? #GearMeOut

UST_Survival
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Q7: Do you know the difference between magnetic & geographic north? Why might that be important? #GearMeOut

sh_wt
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Q8: A person in your hiking party has broken their leg, how do you relay your grid coordinates to Search and Rescue… https://t.co/WCOLC2mLka

UST_Survival
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Q9: Photobrag Op! Show us a special place you’ve navigated to. #GearMeOut

sh_wt
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Q10: Oh no! A honey badger stole your GPS! What do you do? Give us some steps to safely make it home. #GearMeOut