emergency beacons

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Garmin InReach Messenger

Send a selfie from the summit: Garmin's latest satellite communicator is the most advanced yet

By Will Symons published

New satellite communicator comes with a range of new features to keep users safe and connected in the wilderness

Tech
best headlamps: hiker with headlamp

How to survive a night on a mountain

By Julia Clarke published

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

Camping
Mountaineer sends a safety message via a satellite communicator

New Garmin data reveals hikers make up vast majority of emergency calls

By Julia Clarke published

If you request emergency rescue when you’re out in the wild, you’re probably a hiker according to newly published data from Garmin

Tech
RECCO reflector

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

By Julia Clarke published

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

Snow Sports Gear & Apparel
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

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

Safety Gear