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I have stayed out of this long enough.
Not only do I have a sextant, stop watch and almanac, I have a lead line
(couple actually - different weights and lengths) as well as paper
charts. Do I have GPS, yes. Do I depend on it, no. I also have a
LORAN-C, that I use to verify the GPS. There are some places that I
have been where the GPS does not read accurately.
I also use paper charts but I also have electronic charts. And I use
both. I also keep a log book showing planned and actual course/speed
changes (as well as updating the lexan overlay on the paper chart).
John, I know that your post was in jest, but unfortunately, there are
too many of the boaters that don't know how to use the "old ways". And
when they get into trouble, the question is asked, "where are you" and
they have no idea.
See you on the water.
derrick
