diff --git a/handbook/survey/gps.htm b/handbook/survey/gps.htm
index 9a504ef4d..1fa06c8d8 100644
--- a/handbook/survey/gps.htm
+++ b/handbook/survey/gps.htm
@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ track log, then record another waypoint at the same place just before you leave
 so it's clear to someone examining the track log when you actually left.
 </p>
 
-<p>While the GPS is recording your location, you can do something useful
+<p>While the GPS is averaging your location, you can do something useful
 (like rigging the cave, doing a surface survey from the GPS point to the
 marker spit, looking for other caves, or even having lunch!) Remember to stop
 the waypoint averaging before moving the unit or changing the display page.