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Originally Posted by zacs
if on the boat, do what mm says.
if you are at the desk I use google earth and the measure tool.
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I didn't realize that Google Earth had a "measure tool," I'll have to check that out. The problem with using Google Earth is that it doesn't show any buoy markers (Bells etc.) or depth readings so when planning a spot out in the middle of the water, it can be difficult to locate the exact area. Since I have basically a "desk job," sometimes I do some float planning (when the boss isn't looking). It's easy just to get the coordinates for several spots on Maptech, then plug them into the tool I mentioned and get all the distances I need.
Of course, when on the boat I just use my Lowrance GPS to do the calcs for me.