Safety Gear
Safety starts in the pack—but only when you know your tools. Learn how to choose the essentials for the conditions ayou’ll encounter on your trek—and use them with confidence. Keep small problems from becoming emergencies.
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Band-Aids & Beyond: A Guide to Wilderness First Aid Kits
Despite your best efforts, things can still go wrong. That’s the nature of the outdoors. It’s wild, unpredictable, and beautifully unforgiving.
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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? Learn more by watching this important video. The next life you save could be your own.
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Trevor Spikes: It’s Origin & How It Works
At NOBO mm 169.5 lies Apache Peak - one of the most dangerous sections of the entire PCT when snow and ice are present. Tucked away into the San Jacinto mountains of southern California, the PCT cuts across Apache Peak which overlooks the Coachella Valley below.
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Using an Old Technology to Keep Hikers Safe
A RECCO detector emits a directional radar signal, much like a radar gun used by law enforcement. Once the radar signal hits the passive reflector, it is echoed back to the detector.
