I agree with Kris. Being a geocacher myself, I can tell you from experience that it is the best way to become really familiar with your GPSr. Geocachers are generally very friendly and willing to help out. Be carefull though, you could come away with a new hobby. :)

Melonie
 
> Date: Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:10:23 -0500
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> Subject: RE GPS
> To: [log in to unmask]
> 
> http://geo.meetup.com/114/members/5749176/
> 
> a local Geocaching group in her area
> I am sure she can connect with someone and learn the basic's
> 
> Kris Oswald
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: HISTORICAL ARCHAEOLOGY [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> Craig Fuller
> Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 3:45 PM
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> Subject: Re: GPS training
> 
> If you are looking for just general GPS skills, most REI stores offer
> such a
> course every month or so.
> 
> Craig Fuller 
> AAIR Aviation Archaeological Investigation & Research
> www.AviationArchaeology.com [log in to unmask]
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> Rohnert Park, CA 94928
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> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: HISTORICAL ARCHAEOLOGY [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> Robert
> Keeler
> Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 12:27 PM
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> Subject: Re: GPS training
> 
> I'd suggest a local community college. Such a course might be offered
> by
> the geography department, or it could be in the community education
> (non-credit) realm along with outdoor recreation classes.
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: HISTORICAL ARCHAEOLOGY [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> Susan
> Walter
> Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 12:43 PM
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> Subject: GPS training
> 
> Jan. 13, 2009
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> A friend of mine is interested in learning GPS. She lives in La Jolla,
> California. Any suggestions for something local? She's a specialist in
> Chinese archaeology.
> 
> S. Walter
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