Why a map and compass is just as good as a global positioning system

There is no doubt about the value

GPS (Global Positioning Satellite) is probably one of the best modern day inventions for the outdoor

I did not want a GPS but my family more or less insisted, so I have one. I'm pretty good with map and

Map and compass just as good? Surely you jest. If you could only take one, the map and compass are not

A global positioning system or GPS is one of the many products that emerged from the space race, and

I love my GPS unit, but it doesn't work in all conditions and I can't use it during adventure races.