Re: Maps and Compass/ Navigation
It seems impossible to get lost on this trip but we once ran into a
couple who thought they were on their way to Phantom when they were in
fact headed...
Rob Brading 2010-09-24 10:17:13 #62443
Re: Maps and Compass/ Navigation
Has your friend sent his permit back and cancelled it? You could try faxing a request to the backcountry office for the nights he is cancelling, but they...
Marsha Kesselring 2010-09-24 10:10:18 #62442
Re: Maps and Compass/ Navigation
David,
Here's another thought. You can buy a topo of your initial hike at the store in Market Plaza $7.50 I think. However as a newbie I would recommend the...
Steve Nelson 2010-09-24 09:37:44 #62441
Re: Maps and Compass/ Navigation
David, I think you have chosen a good trip for your first time. You definitely don't need a compass or map skills for these very well-traveled trails. ...
Bob Bordasch 2010-09-24 09:30:18 #62440
Re: Maps and Compass/ Navigation
David,
What a fun trip for you. Like the rest of us, you will be saying oooh, aaah all the way down and up. My suggestion is about getting from the airport to...
Steve Nelson 2010-09-24 07:55:48 #62439
Re: Maps and Compass/ Navigation
To clarify; I arrived at the South Rim with no permit, but used the lotto system to obtain one. I had a permit for the actual hike.
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Jeremy 2010-09-24 07:16:08 #62438
Re: Maps and Compass/ Navigation
David -
One idea would be to contact someone who can work with you on the map and compass before you depart for the GC. If you don't know anyone, then you...
Mike Mosack 2010-09-24 06:55:03 #62437
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