The Garmin eTrex H GPS is a simple, cheap, sturdy and reliable little gps that is very good at getting a satellite signal and holding unto it.

And that's even in places you might expect it to struggle:

• Urban environments, large towns and cities - with lots of tall buildings.
• Woods and forests that have lots of wood and greenery that could block the satellite signal (tree cover).
• Canyons
• Hill country
• In cloudy weather, ...
  

This unassuming handheld gps also has a few other very surprising qualities that make it very worthy of consideration when looking for an outdoor pursuits gps. Please read on to find out what these surprising qualities are ...

Garmin eTrex H is probably about as basic as you want to go.

It has a monochrome screen that displays 4 shades of grey, and is easy to read in bright light, or in the shade.   

It is waterproof. So getting caught in the rain is no problem. Nor is getting splashed.

eTrex H is small and light. So it's easy to carry with you.

It's also sturdy – and can be bashed about or dropped without too many problems arising.

It's accurate. Once you've got the coordinates of your destination in, this Garmin eTtrex H gps will lead you there. And, at the press of a button, it will turn your track around and lead you right back the way you came. Back home (or to your car). Back to where you started from.

1. This Garmin eTrex H GPS unit does not display maps. Instead, it shows you a trail-like drawing. Like this ==>
2. To load this GPS with coordinates, you will either enter latitude and longitude manually, or via the computer, using a serial (not USB) cable. This could be seen as a real disadvantage. A tedious task to be done before every outing. On the other hand, like most things, the more practice you get, the less dreary it becomes.
3. This GPS does not have a proper compass. What you do, is enter the coordinates of your destination and start walking. eTrex H works out the direction you need to follow, and points you in that direction, in a straight line. You then have the excitement and adventure of negotiating your way past all the obstacles in your path. Obstacles like ponds, buildings, fences, ...

Are you looking for a geocaching gps?

As you can see, the Garmin eTrex H GPS does a lot of things that make it ideal for geocaching. And there are a couple of points that need to be worked around.

So, would this eTrex H be a good choice for you?

Well, there's no need to guess. You can use this simple, 8-point check-list to quickly decide how well any gps will work for geocaching ==>

How To Choose The Best Geocaching GPS For You

There, you'll also see a few other high performance, top-rated gps which have been rated against the check-list. They will give you something to compare the eTrex H against, and make it easier for you to decide ==>

Is Garmin eTrex H The Best Geocaching GPS For You?

You get:

• The yellow Etrex H GPS receiver
• A wrist wrap
• A user manual
• A quick start guide

You will need:

Batteries.

This eTtrex H GPS runs on two AA batteries. But they are not included. It's a good idea to have four. Preferably rechargeable. So you can have a pair in the GPS, plus a spare set.

Here are some good quality ones you might consider getting:

Sanyo Eneloop 4 Pack AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries

You may also want:

A serial cable: Garmin Serial Port Cable for eTrex H GPS

• High-Sensitivity, WAAS-Enabled GPS Receiver Provides Peak Performance In Any Environment
• Lightweight & Waterproof
• High-Contrast 2.1-InchH X 1.1-InchW Screen With Bright Backlighting
• User Can Operate Etrex H With 1 Hand Using 5 Buttons Located On Either Side Of The Device
• Stores Up To 500 Waypoints For Easy Retrieval & Up To 20 Routes With Up To 125 Waypoints Per Route
• Hunt/fish calendar
• Sun and moon information

• Brand Name: Garmin
  
• Model: eTrex H
  
• Receiver Description: 12 channel
  
• Connectivity Technology: Serial
  
• Display Size: 2.37 inches
  
• Native Resolution: 64 x 128
  
• Battery Average Life: 17 Hours
  
• MP3 player: Y