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In depth articles on all things Search and Rescue, Wilderness Medicine, and outdoor safety; brought to you by industry professionals and subject matter experts.

How to Get Found
Lauren Skonieczny Lauren Skonieczny

How to Get Found

What do you do if you find yourself lost in the outdoors? Read on for our advice on how to best get found (and how to avoid getting lost in the first place).

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Communicating in the Backcountry
Lauren Skonieczny Lauren Skonieczny

Communicating in the Backcountry

Whenever you’re prepping for time outside - whether it’s a solo backpacking trip, a SAR mission, or guiding a day hike - one thing you should always consider is how you’ll communicate in the case of an emergency.

Learn more about which device is right for you…

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