How to Use GPS for Sailing Navigation

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Gregory Simmons
Gregory Simmons - 8 years ago
Good stuff. You mentioned N and S several times but I'm assuming this same method could be used using Latitude Lines and going East and West? Just making sure I didn't miss anything, I appreciate your info.
Captain John's Skipper Tips
Captain John's Skipper Tips - 8 years ago
Gregory, you can use it for either coordinate.
Eloquence
Eloquence - 13 years ago
Awesome. In Canada they need to add a GPS section to the CYA Costal Navigation course. It is tips like this that really enforce how to use a GPS safely.

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