Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VCA008R - Newfoundland West - microSD™/SD™
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Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VCA008R - Newfoundland West - microSD™/SD™ Product Description
Explore Newfoundland's Rugged West Coast with Precision Nautical Charts
Navigating the dramatic coastlines of Newfoundland's west and south shores demands charts that match the terrain's complexity. From the windswept Strait of Belle Isle down to Placentia Bay, including St. George's Bay and Fortune Bay, these detailed maps extend coverage to Quebec and Labrador coasts from La Romaine to Red Bay. Whether you're chasing cod in hidden coves or cruising through foggy inlets, this charting solution delivers the clarity and tools serious mariners rely on for safe, confident voyages.
Blending Garmin's proven reliability with Navionics expertise, these charts go beyond basic outlines. They transform your chartplotter into a virtual scout, revealing underwater hazards, prime fishing spots, and optimal routes amid shifting tides and rocky shallows unique to Atlantic Canada waters.
Key Features That Elevate Your On-Water Experience
- Auto Guidance+ Technology: Point to your destination, and it instantly plots a suggested path, factoring in your boat's draft and overhead clearances. Perfect for dodging uncharted rocks off Newfoundland's cliffs—always cross-check with local knowledge and visual navigation.
- Depth Range Shading: Customize up to 10 shading levels to spotlight your ideal fishing depths or safe cruising zones. Spot that 20-30 foot sweet spot for lobster pots at a glance.
- Shallow Water Shading: Set your own shallow threshold to highlight no-go areas in vibrant color, crucial for Newfoundland's unpredictable bays where depths drop off sharply.
- 1-Foot Contours: Ultra-fine bottom profiles uncover subtle ledges and drop-offs, turning average fishing trips into trophy hauls by pinpointing structure where baitfish school.
- High-Resolution Satellite Imagery: Overlay crisp satellite photos on charts for a bird's-eye reality check. Align your position with landmarks when approaching remote harbors like those in Fortune Bay.
Immersive 3D Views for Superior Situational Awareness
Step beyond flat maps with dynamic perspectives tailored for real-world decisions:
- FishEye View: Dive underwater in 3D to see bottom contours as fish do, syncing seamlessly with your sonar for a live, customized fish-finder display. Ideal for scanning gravel bars teeming with halibut off Labrador.
- MarinerEye View: A split-level 3D panorama above and below the surface, helping you gauge clearances under bridges or around headlands in St. George's Bay.
- Aerial Photography: Stunning overhead shots of marinas and ports provide pixel-perfect detail for docking in tight spots, like the intricate layouts in Placentia Bay facilities.
These views aren't just eye candy—they sharpen your instincts, reducing stress in low-visibility conditions common along these northern coasts.
Why Boaters and Anglers Trust These Charts for Atlantic Canada
In regions like Newfoundland West, where fog rolls in thick and currents whirl around capes, generic charts fall short. This solution integrates the latest hydrographic data with proven visuals, helping you avoid groundings on submerged pinnacles or maximize time on productive wrecks. Local anglers report better success rates pinpointing crab grounds thanks to the refined contours, while cruisers appreciate the seamless Garmin-Navionics fusion for hassle-free updates.
Loaded on a convenient microSD/SD card, it's plug-and-play with compatible Garmin chartplotters, ensuring you're ready to launch without fuss. Focus on the adventure, not the tech.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas does the VCA008R chart cover?
It covers Newfoundland's western and southern coasts from the Strait of Belle Isle to Placentia Bay, including St. George's Bay and Fortune Bay. Coverage also includes Quebec and Labrador coasts from La Romaine to Red Bay.
Is Auto Guidance+ safe for actual navigation?
Auto Guidance+ is designed for planning and route suggestions based on depth and clearance. It supports safe practices but does not replace vigilant navigation, local charts, or seamanship.
How does Depth Range Shading work?
This feature lets you shade up to 10 customizable depth ranges, making it easy to visualize target depths for fishing or safe passage at a quick glance.
What 3D views are available?
Includes FishEye View for underwater 3D bottom structure, MarinerEye View for above/below-water panoramas, plus high-res aerial photography for ports and marinas.
Is this compatible with all Garmin devices?
It's optimized for compatible Garmin chartplotters that support BlueChart g3 Vision HD cards via microSD/SD slots.
Can I use satellite imagery for docking?
Yes, overlaid high-resolution satellite images provide realistic views of harbors, aiding precise approaches in unfamiliar areas like Newfoundland's coastal marinas.
What's the benefit of 1-foot contours?
They offer detailed bottom profiling for better fishing spot identification and navigation in complex areas like swamps, canals, and rocky Newfoundland shores.
BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VCA008R - Newfoundland West - microSD™/SD™
Coverage:
Covers the western and southern coast of New Foundland from the Strait of Belle Isle to Placentia Bay, including St. George's Bay and Fortune Bay. Also covers the coasts of Quebec and Labrador from La Romaine to Red Bay.
Premier Coastal Charts
- Industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with updated coastal charts that feature integrated Garmin and Navionics® content
- Auto Guidance¹ technology quickly calculates a suggested route by using your desired depth and overhead clearance
- Includes Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges, enabling you to view your target depth at a glance
- Up to 1’ contours provide a more accurate depiction of the bottom structure for improved fishing charts
- To give a clear picture of shallow waters to avoid, the Shallow Water Shading allows for shading at a user-defined depth
Experience unparalleled coverage and brilliant detail when you’re on the water. BlueChart g3 Vision coastal charts provide industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics content.
Auto Guidance
Whether you are fishing or cruising, select a spot, and get a route showing you the general path and nearby obstructions at a safe depth1.
Depth Range Shading
This feature displays high-resolution Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges so you can view your designated target depth.
Shallow Water Shading
To give a clear picture of shallow waters to avoid, this feature allows for shading at a user-defined depth.
Detailed Contours
BlueChart g3 Vision charts feature 1’ contours that provide a more accurate depiction of bottom structure for improved fishing charts and enhanced detail in swamps, canals and port plans.
High-resolution Satellite Imagery
High-resolution satellite imagery with navigational charts overlaid gives you a realistic view of your surroundings. It’s our most realistic charting display in a chartplotter — ideal for entering unfamiliar harbors or ports.
FishEye View
This underwater perspective shows 3-D representation of bottom and contours as seen from below the waterline. Interface with sonar data for a customized view.
MarinerEye View
This view provides a 3-D representation of the surrounding area both above and below the waterline.
Aerial Photography
Crystal-clear aerial photography shows exceptional detail of many ports, harbors and marinas and is ideal when entering unfamiliar ports.
¹Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation practices
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.BlueChart g2 Vision provides the same rich detailed charts as BlueChart g2 to help you make the most of your equipment. In addition, g2 Vision also has an ever-growing high...
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Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VCA008R - Newfoundland West - microSD™/SD™ Technical Specifications
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Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VCA008R - Newfoundland West - microSD™/SD™ Shipping & Return
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