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As someone who loves hitting the trails on foot and by bike, I’m excited to announce that Garmin has teamed up with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) to offer comprehensive trail coverage and thousands of key waypoints, featuring some of the best outdoor trail experiences. Divided into six regions within the United States, this data download works [...] The post Jake’s Journal: Garmin teams with Rails-to-Trails...

Geocachers now have a new trick up their sleeves - and in their caches - as we're introducing chirp, a unique wireless beacon designed specifically for the outdoor adventures of geocaching. Affordable, durable and waterproof, chirp can communicate with, and be programmed by, any compatible wireless-enabled Garmin handheld for a more interactive and enjoyable geocaching experience. Cache creators and seekers alike will enjoy the...

Garmin has long supported geocaching as a wonderful outdoor activity for all ages, combining education, exploration, technology and recreation - things that are music to the ears of youths, parents and teachers alike. And one organization that has always excelled at combining these various elements is the Boy Scouts of America. Celebrating their 100th year, the Boy Scouts are currently rolling out details of...