Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Bearded man using GPS watch. As a lifelong hiker, I’ll cut straight to the point here – of course you don’t need a GPS watch for ...

If you're planning to hike this summer, experts say to consider bringing a paper map. That’s because hiking organizations and rescuers around the country are seeing an increase in injuries and rescues ...

Hiking experts say they're performing an increased number of mountain rescues for those relying on GPS programs like Google Maps for directions. Wesley Trimble of the American Hiking Society shares ...