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Originally Posted by Phantom
I have said (along with many others) many times before .... And I am sure that MikeF will agree also ..... There is NO substitution for "learning the Lake" from a good chart and looking around to get your bearings. Electronics (GPS's) are great - WHEN USED as an accessory to your knowledge.
I too have a GPS (love the damn thing--especially at night) but only rely on it, at this point only to pick up (locate precisely) a stick in the horizon that I am already anticipating being there.
Boat cautiously, Boat with care, boat with knowledge, boat to enjoy !
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I have Raymarine GPS and Radar for night and fog. GPS is great but won't show what's in front of you--like a fisherman in the fog with no anchor light. I was able to dodge a small boat one morning when radar showed a blip in front of me. Of course, going slow in poor visibility is essential!