-The two words ‘information’ and ‘communication’ are often used interchangeably, but they signify quite different things. Information is giving out; communication is getting through. –
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-Sydney J. Harris-
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-Our methods of communication have changed significantly in recent times. The backcountry is no exception. Clear communication with critical information in a timely manner can be the difference between life and death. –
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-A layered approach is arguably the best insurance policy when someone is injured, lost or in need in the backcountry. My approach consists of the following:
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-A BCA Link Radio for inter and Intra group Comms. –
-Cell phone turned off to save power and a charger for when service is available. –
-A Delorme InReach for satellite communications when cell service is not available. –
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-What’s your emergency communications plan?-
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-PC: @benjamin.t.fournier –
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