Falcon, thanks man. In fact there is a Bass Pro nearby. And a Cabelas about 40 miles away. It wouldn't be hard to go to either or REI. I have lots of time and ebay and craigslist as well.

Funny story. I got my wife a nuvi 2555LMT for Christmas, she couldn't tell you which way is North. Prints Google Maps for everything. so good for her.

I bought a Samsung Galaxy Tab 7 Plus last month and realized this week it has an independent GPS system in it, that doesn't require wifi, though its necessary for other functions associated with GPS like POI, etc. I can use Android apps even for the back country. Though I will not be taking a fragile tablet for a primary GPS.