Jim-Linda wrote:
Matt,
I did download Basecamp and began playing around with it. First thing, you need a Garmin device, such as my 1450, plugged into the laptop because... it uses the maps contained within for route planning, bummer.
Not entirely true.
You can load your Garmin GPS map onto the computer.
From within BaseCamp top menu; choose: Maps > Install Maps
Afer that, you can use the maps without connecting the GPS - do your planning and later download the route with waypoints onto the GPS.
I think that you also need the free "Garmin Express" installed (if it isn't already installed).
Also, I think that the step-by-step instructions for the process is here:
https://www.gpsfiledepot.com/tutorials/how-to-load-maps-on-my-garmin-gps-unit/#pcbasecamp
