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This One Device Could Save Your Life on the Trail: Backcountry Safety 101
Backcountry Safety, Essential Hiking Gear, Satellite Communication, Wilderness Preparedness, Trail Tips & Tutorials, Hiking Technology, Trek for Trevor Originals, Safety Stories Trek for Trevor Backcountry Safety, Essential Hiking Gear, Satellite Communication, Wilderness Preparedness, Trail Tips & Tutorials, Hiking Technology, Trek for Trevor Originals, Safety Stories Trek for Trevor

This One Device Could Save Your Life on the Trail: Backcountry Safety 101

Every year, hikers find themselves in life-threatening situations — alone, injured, and without cell service. But what if one device could bridge the gap between you and safety?

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What Hikers are Saying

  • Photo of Thomas Syzek while hiking

    “Keep up your great work and mission, and I guarantee your efforts will spare someone's beloved kid a serious injury or save their life. I am certain of that.”

    Thomas Syzek MD

  • Photo of Julie "Kickapoo" Fast while hiking

    “There is no great adventure if you can’t tell your friends about it afterwards. Thank you for your efforts to keep hikers safe."

    Julie “Kickapoo” Fast

  • Photo of Ted Graham while hiking

    “ I have read several of your articles on safety. I very much appreciate every word and have taken them to heart. Great work! Trevor is making a profound impact on hiker safety,”

    Ted Graham

  • Photo of Jesse Walker and son while hiking

    “I just want to thank you for your efforts to raise visibility of the dangers on the PCT. Twice I've been rushing to go on a hike (once with my son), and found your advice and modified my plans.”

    Jesse Walker

  • Photo of Denise Rogers and daughters while hiking

    “Your recommendations are eye opening. We will never go short on gear to lessen the load. You have no idea how many people you have already saved or will save.”

    Denise Rogers

  • Photo of Fred Jones while hiking

    "You have already changed my preparations for gear and logistics with the information you have posted. I'll try to minimize the weight I carry, but only up to a point."

    Fred Jones

  • "As an avid hiker myself, I strive to tackle more challenging trails. I need to be constantly reminded about the importance of preparedness and safety. Thank you, Trek for Trevor, for your mission and vision in supporting this wonderful community."

    Rau Arambula

  • “We ran into quite a bit of snow on the PCT this year. Our Trevor Spikes helped us navigate those dangerous sections. The awareness of snow/ice dangers by Trek for Trevor helped calm hikers’ nerves. Thanks again!”

    Sunny & Gas Monkey