I have had a lot of success using rechargable batteries, I had the same 
problem with my digital camera, batteries would last for a few 
pictures.  I purchased rechargable NI-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) 
batteries, 2500mAh strength and they work great.  I also put them in my 
GPS with similar results. You can get them with the charger at different 
locations - I bought the charger with 2 batteries at Ace Hardware on 
sale for $10.00  I have seen similar sales elsewhere or you can check 
eBay. 
Mel

Michelle Chelby Geiss wrote:

> Hey guys!  Ya, I'm quiet...but I always am lurking!
> I have an etrex vista (not color) that is eating batteries!  I have to 
> change them every few hours!!!! UGH!  Anyone have any ideas?  Some 
> option that I should maybe turn off?  I am at a loss!  I have tried 
> good brand name batteries, cheap batteries, made sure they were fresh 
> batteries.  I just don't know!
>
> Glad to see this thing is fixed, I missed lurking!
>
> Chelby
> Team desertSol
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