[pct-l] Emergency Devices

[Edward Anderson]

Definitely - get the SPOT.  I used one in both 2008 & 2009 and was able to 
successfully send my wife "I'M  OK" messages every night when I got to a camp - 
all the way through from border to border. All of my messages got through and 
that gave my wife great peace of mind. I also had a cell phone along but was 
rarely able to use it while on the trail. The SPOT also has a "I need help from 
friends" button, a tracking button (your family could follow your progress in 
real time every 10 minutes on Google satellite pictures of your location) and, 
very important, a "911" button for a real emergency.

MendoRider/Ed Anderson




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From: dan kayser <yoyodadio at msn.com>
To: PCT <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Fri, November 26, 2010 1:51:22 PM
Subject: [pct-l] Emergency Devices


I am planning a PCT NOBO thru hike in 2011.  I have always prefered to 
communicate to family that I am ok by calling using a calling card when I get to 
town.  This is my first long hike and my family is strongly encouraging me to 
carry something for emergencies.  My family would like me to carry some kind of 
emergency device.  They are willing to pay the cost.  I am curious as to what 
others have carried ( cell phone vs SPOT) and the pros and cons of these devices 
or others.

Thanks,

Dan                         
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