What are the benefits of a GPS while camping?

blkcpdconure

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I have never used a GPS device when I go camping. I have only navigated with a map and compass but I think a GPS might be fun to have. In the woods it seems one of these devices would be handy to fine tune my bearings when I can't see any noteworthy landmarks. Do they even work under a forest canopy? Are they worth their weight? I will always carry a good topo map and compass I just want to know if a GPS device would be a good piece of gear to add to my kit.
 
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