emergency beacons

Garmin InReach Messenger — Send a selfie from the summit: Garmin's latest satellite communicator is the most advanced yet New satellite communicator comes with a range of new features to keep users safe and connected in the wilderness

best headlamps: hiker with headlamp — How to survive a night on a mountain Think you could survive a night on a mountain? We speak to a mountain guide and member of Lochaber Mountain Rescue team to find out exactly what you need to do to stay alive

Mountaineer sends a safety message via a satellite communicator — New Garmin data reveals hikers make up vast majority of emergency calls If you request emergency rescue when you’re out in the wild, you’re probably a hiker according to newly published data from Garmin

Latest emergency beacons news

What is a RECCO reflector? And why do you need one?

By Julia Clarke published 9 November 22

What is a RECCO reflector? Understand how this rescue technology works to improve your chances of survival in the backcountry

Winter sports

Close up of an ice climber testing an avalanche transceiver beacon before climbing a frozen waterfall

Do you need an emergency beacon for hiking?

By Julia Clarke published 4 October 22

A look at emergency beacons for hiking, including how they work and the different types available, to help you figure out whether or not you need to carry one on your adventures

Hiking

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