Joholio
Active VIP Member
This is a thread to discuss the specifics of safety in the backcountry. Beacons, SOS devices, who you discuss your days plan with, contact info, radio channels, new technology and anything pertaining to having a safe and successful sled trip.
I "usually" tell my wife and at least one more person about where I am going for the day and with whom. I am guilty of having not checked out or back in with her a few times and usually get an azz chewin for it. I know I could be better and have treated it lightly in the past. I know I am not perfect but pledge to try and be better each time.
I dont have an InReach but that is going to change. This applies both in BC sledding and in my hunting, fishing and trapping activities at home. Most of these areas have zero cel reception and the peace of mind would be appreciated by both myself and my family. I am also going to be enrolling in my AST1 and start riding with an airbag. (I know, I know).
I doo encounter other riders out there that are waaaay less prepared than I, but realizing there is room for improvement is my first step. I dont want to be an example of what not to doo. Lets all get it right, every time, our lives depend on it.
Holio
I "usually" tell my wife and at least one more person about where I am going for the day and with whom. I am guilty of having not checked out or back in with her a few times and usually get an azz chewin for it. I know I could be better and have treated it lightly in the past. I know I am not perfect but pledge to try and be better each time.
I dont have an InReach but that is going to change. This applies both in BC sledding and in my hunting, fishing and trapping activities at home. Most of these areas have zero cel reception and the peace of mind would be appreciated by both myself and my family. I am also going to be enrolling in my AST1 and start riding with an airbag. (I know, I know).
I doo encounter other riders out there that are waaaay less prepared than I, but realizing there is room for improvement is my first step. I dont want to be an example of what not to doo. Lets all get it right, every time, our lives depend on it.
Holio