Garmin Oregon 300

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The Oregon 300 is a gps receiver made by Garmin. It has an average rating of 2 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Altrec Outdoors:
"The Garmin Oregon 300 puts the great outdoors at your fingertips. This next-generation handheld features a rugged, touchscreen along with a built-in basemap with shaded relief, a high-sensitivity receiver, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, microSD card slot, picture viewer and more. Even exchange tracks, waypoints, routes and geocaches wirelessly between similar units."

From REI:
"With a touchscreen interface, incredible map presentation, geocache gaming and a vivid display, the Garmin Oregon 300 delivers a versatile and fun GPS experience. Large, sunlight-readable screen offers crystal-clear colors and high-resolution images. Easy, intuitive touchscreen operation is fun and simple to use. Enjoy vibrant 3D ''walk the trail'' maps with Topo 2008 mapping software, sold separately. Waterproof MicroSD™ card slot for storing additional data; accepts Garmin MapSource® and BlueChart® data cards and software. Built-in electronic compass and barometric altimeter provide additional navigational aid. Supports Geocaching.com GPX files for downloading detailed geocache descriptions, terrain, difficulty and hints directly into GPS unit. Groundspeak's Wherigo Player application comes pre-installed and includes an instructional tutorial; learn more at www.wherigo.com. Basemap with 850 MB built-in memory stores up to 1,000 waypoints, 50 routes and 20 tracks with up to 10,000 points; Digital Elevation Model shading enhances map view. Enjoy effortless sharing of waypoints, tracks, routes and geocache locations between Oregon and Colorado series units with ANT wireless communication function. High sensitivity receiver and HotFix™ satellite prediction provide rapid first fix and help maintain signal, even in urban canyons and under dense foliage. WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) enabled receiver delivers accuracy to within 10 ft. in North America. Offers configurable profiles for end use—auto, marine, recreation, fitness or geocaching. Operates on two AA batteries (sold separately). Rugged, waterproof construction protects unit from bumps, dust and moisture; meets IEC 60529 lPX7 standards (can be submerged 1m for up to 30 minutes). Compatible with Garmin heart rate monitors and GSC 10 Speed and Cadence Sensor, sold separately."

From Mountain Hideaway:
"Oregon 300 puts the great outdoors at your fingertips. This next-generation handheld features a rugged, touchscreen along with a built-in basemap with shaded relief, a high-sensitivity receiver, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, microSD card slot, picture viewer and more. Even exchange tracks, waypoints, routes and geocaches wirelessly between similar units.Touch and Go:Oregon 300 leads the way with a tough, 3-inch diagonal, sunlight-readable, color, touchscreen display. Its easy-to-use interface means you ll spend more time enjoying the outdoors and less time searching for information. Both durable and waterproof, Oregon 300 is built to withstand the elements. Bumps, dust, dirt, humidity and water are no match for this rugged navigator.Share Wirelessly:With Oregon 300 you can share your waypoints, tracks, routes and geocaches wirelessly other Oregon and Colorado users. Now you can send your favorite hike to your friend to enjoy or the location of a cache to find. Sharing data is easy. Just touch send to transfer your information to similar units.Get Your Bearings:Oregon 300 has a built-in electronic compass that provides bearing information even while you're standing still, and its barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude. You can even use the altimeter to plot barometric pressure over time, which can help you keep an eye on changing weather conditions.Add Maps:Conveniently plug in optional preloaded microSD cards for all your outdoor activities on land or water (see maps tab for compatible maps). Just insert a MapSource- card with detailed street maps, and Oregon provides turn-by-turn directions to your destination. Add select topographic maps to take advantage of Oregon s 3-D map view which gives you a better perspective of your elevation. With BlueChart- g2 Vision, you ll get everything you need for a great day on the water including depth contours, navaids and harbors. The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment, so you don't have to worry about getting it wet."

From EMS:
"Garmin brings the great outdoors to your fingertips with the rugged touchscreen Oregon 300 GPS receiver. This amazing waterproof tool boasts a built-in basemap with shaded relief, a high-sensitivity receiver, barometric altimeter, electronic compass, and loads more features geared towards outdoor adventure. 3 inch diagonal, sunlight readable touchscreen display with an easy to use interface makes this device simple to use. Withstands bumps, dust, dirt, humidity and is waterproof to IPX7 standards (1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes). Built in worldwide basemap with shaded relief gives you a greater appreciation of your surroundings. Wireless capability lets you transfer waypoints, tracks, routes and geocaches with other Oregon or Garmin Colorado users. Geocache ready, upload GPX files to the Oregon unit, without using printouts or manual inputting locations. WAAS enabled and Hotfix satellite prediction locks your position quickly and maintains it, even in heavy cover and deep canyons. Built in electronic compass lets you navigate accurately especially when stationary. Built in atmospheric barometer lets you keep an eye on changing weather conditions."

User Reviews

Oregon 300
Reviewed by M L Sudnikovich, Feb 07, 2009

"I have a Rhino 530 and decided to go to the Oregon 300 for the larger screen and a couple other features.
Big mistake! The screen is totally not readable in cold weather! I have used it about 10 times when the tempters have been between 25 and 5 degrees F and the screen just disappears."

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