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Better Backcountry Communication

Posted on March 3, 2022August 20, 2024 by Backcountry Fever

There have been a few situations in the mountains where I wish we all carried radios.  The most recent was during our hike to South Lone Peak last month where our group got separated on the way up.  A very qualified friend ventured off on his own.  Which is fine, he totally knows what he’s…

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I Think the SPOT App is Lost

Posted on September 24, 2014August 22, 2024 by Backcountry Fever

I think the SPOT App is lost with a mobile strategy that’s on the road to nowhere! If I’m the end-user with a SPOT device out in the field, I am not needing the mobile app to show me MY location.  Much of the time, I’m out of range for cell service anyway… so what’s…

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SPOT for Remote Tracking and Emergency Communication

Posted on December 26, 2011August 22, 2024 by Backcountry Fever

I just activated the coolest Christmas gift ever… a SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger! Now when I go into the backcountry, my wife doesn’t have to worry about me getting stranded or lost without the ability to call for help.  This will also come in handy when we go out exploring where I can see two…

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