• I_am_10_squirrels@beehaw.org
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    1 month ago

    Yes, I get paper maps of my area. For hiking, but I think it still counts.

    The last time I used a paper map for driving? Probably early aughts

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      1 month ago

      I would guess that hiking or trail maps are probably much more detailed than a road map, so that makes sense that it would still be a thing, although certainly digital versions have made some dent in them. Electronics are a bit more susceptible to the environment and the need for power though, so maybe not as much for those reasons.

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        1 month ago

        Yep, right on. For a day hike or simple trail, I’ll trust my phone maps and Garmin GPS. Anything beyond that, I’m bringing a map and compass as a backup because they don’t require power and the good ones still work even if wet.

        Even for a simple day hike, I’ll usually print out a map because it’s quicker than using my phone.