More Help With GPS

Courses and training


Posted: 1 August 2008

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Many GPS users never get beyond first base when it comes to using their GPS, and either don’t have the time or patience to read the manufacturers manual and find it easier to join a course and learn from a GPS expert how to use all the features their unit has to offer. GPS Training (GPST) has been the recommended UK training partner for users of Garmin handheld GPS and Topo GB mapping software since the company was formed in 2003. Since then GPST has trained nearly 6,000 people including individuals, groups, mountain rescue teams, Fire Service Search and Rescue, Police, Forestry Commission and Scottish Heritage More Help With GPS

GPS Training - The Company
GPST is now widely acknowledged as THE source for advice and comment on anything connected with the use of recreational GPS in the outdoors. The company has worked with Garmin at a number of national outdoor shows and has represented Garmin in providing presentations at these events.

The company, based in the Lakes, runs courses nationwide, they are suitable for all from the novice user to those wishing to use advanced GPS and mapping techniques. Tailor-made training and GPS based corporate team building events can be designed to suit the client, they can be delivered at a location of their choice or at the company’s new office/training rooms in Penrith.


Our Courses
Would you like help to get to grips with GPS, extend your GPS skills, or would like Try before you Buy and avoid expensive mistakes when purchasing GPS? Then why not come on one of our courses?

Our two core courses generally taken on consecutive days help you as a complete beginner Get Started or as a novice GPS user move forward in GPS navigation, they will give you confidence and practical competence in GPS basics, and an understanding how this can be used with digital mapping software. Going Further with GPS includes lots of practical exercises showing users how to use many of the more advanced features of a Garmin GPS including data transfer and hands on sessions with one of the leading mapping software packages and information on how you get to grips with Garmin’s range of mapping software like Topo GB.

Getting Started with GPS & Digital Maps - £65 pppd
Going Further with GPS & Digital Maps - £65 pppd
Book both courses and save £10


Retailing
The company has built its retail reputation on a policy of a reasonable pricing structure, genuine & knowledgeable sales staff, training opportunities and ongoing technical support. Many customers come on a training course and ‘try before they buy’ and then use the unique part exchange scheme to upgrade to the latest models on the market.
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Publications
GPST have used the experience gained when delivering our training courses to create a portfolio training resources that you can use at home to help you master this technology. As part of our partnership with Garmin & Outdoors Magic we are offering a discount of 25% to OM members using this promotion code: GPST 21.

“Getting to Grips with GPS” – published by Cordee – Price £14.95
Our book contains Expert Tips and learning exercises that will help you consolidate your learning as you increase your understanding. Try using the step-by-step screen shots as a reference tool you will find quick solutions on how to: Set up your GPS, How to Mark a Waypoint, save a tracklog, and how to navigate a route at home and abroad. You will find over 150 step-by-step screen shots from both Garmin & Magellan, Expert Tips, Learning Exercises, A GPS selection checklist, and advice on the practical use of digtial maps like Anquet, Memory-Map and Quo


“Getting Started with your Garmin GPS” – published by GPST – Price £9.99
Written with the Garmin user in mind this book contains all the essential information you need to get started with both your Garmin GPS and Topo mapping, how to transfer waypoints and routes to and from your GPS, Set up your GPS, and the must have step by step screen shots based on the eTrex & GPS 60 ranges and whole range of information designed to help take the first steps on the road to GPS navigation.


“Memory-Map Made Easy” – Published by GPST – Price £9.99
New from GPS Training this handy guide written by the GPS Training Team will enable you to get the best from your new Memory-Map software. This 64 page book endorsed by MM, explains how to get started and licence you new software, and includes Tips & Information on Updating your software, information on Managing your files, Properties & Operations; Saving your work; Housekeeping, guidance on how to work with Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks in MM, Download trails from the Internet; Share your routes and tracks; Printing your work; Print routes and tracks (long distance routes); and much more.


“Navigation Workshop DVD” - Memory-Map/GPST/Walkingworld collaboration – Price £19.95
Great for walkers and bikers of all ages, watch this interactive DVD on your TV to learn all about how to use a map, compass and GPS. Easy to follow step-by-step guides using the latest computer animation and real-life video show you how to plan routes safely, improve your map reading skills, use a compass and get the most out of your GPS.

  • How to plan routes safely for you,your family,and friends
  • Know which tools to buy - Map? Compass? GPS?
  • Which GPS buyers guide - helps you choose which GPS best suits your needs
  • Printed extracts from OS Explorer and OS Landranger maps to test your map reading skills
  • Get the most from your GPS - learn how to correctly set-up and use your GPS

Garmin GPS More Information Check out the website at http://www.gpstraining.co.uk for full information on course content, dates and locations as well as special offers and details on our residential courses on GPS navigation and Hillwalking. Why not subscribe to our regular newsletter to get important news on the GPS outdoors scene as well as get free expert tips. To speak to a friendly GPS expert, just call 01768 885855.

About the contributors

Dave Mycroft Dave Mycroft is OM’s very own routes editor and a self-confessed GPS nerd. He’s an outdoors and technology writer with impressive navigation credentials earned on some proper hills and trails.
Garmin Garmin is a world leader in GPS and has an excellent range of products suited to British hill walkers. Not only that, we love the way it's approachable and supportive of projects like this one or Geocaching. How refreshing!
GPS Training GPS Training is the acknowledged leader in GPS training and advice. This small, family-run company runs accessible training courses and will give you the best possible advice on kit. You won’t go wrong talking to these guys before you buy – they know their stuff and will tell you the truth.

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