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There are many great emergency communication systems out there, from the Garmin InReach, GMRS, Ham Radio, Cell Phones, Starlink, and a few more. But, what is the best incase of an emergency. Tyler and Jimmy discuss these the different systems that are available to the outdoor enthusiast and what you might consider taking with you. Garmin InReach: Check Today's PricingHandheld Ham Radio: Check Today's PricingMoble Ham Radio: Check Today's PricingGMRS Radio: Check Today's PricingStarlink Mini: Check Today's Pricing Monthly Discount Code with Devos Outdoor, use snailtrail12 to get any or all of the Devos Outdoor ecosystem that you need for your camping lifestyle. Want to win some Tires? Our friends at Yokohama are donating a set of tires for the 750 Apple Podcast reviews giveaway winner. Also, like before, we will give away swag packs every 50 until we get to the main giveaway. All reviews need to be left on Apple Podcast to be entered. Congratulations to TannerIsCooler for winning the 550 reviews swag pack. 1986Toyota4x4Pickup won 650 reviews for a SnailTrail4x4 Swag pack and an OnX off-road Elite Membership. Call us and leave us a VOICEMAIL!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call and say whatever you like! Ask a question, leave feedback, correct some information about welding, say how much you hate your Jeep, and wish you had a Toyota! We will air them all, live, on the podcast! +01-916-345-4744. If you have any negative feedback, you can call our negative feedback hotline, 408-800-5169. 4Wheel Underground has all the suspension parts you need to take your off-road rig from leaf springs to a performance suspension system. We just ordered our kits for Kermit and Samantha and are looking forward to getting them. The ordering process was quite simple, and after answering the questionnaire to ensure we got the correct and best-fitting kits for our vehicles. If you want to level up your suspension game, check out 4Wheel Underground. SnailTrail4x4 Podcast is brought to you by all of our peeps over at irate4x4! Make sure to stop by and see all of the great perks you get for supporting SnailTrail4x4! Discount Codes, Monthly Give-Always, Gift Boxes, the SnailTrail4x4 Community, and the ST4x4 Treasure Hunt! Thank you to all of those who support us! We couldn't do it without you guys (and gals!)! SnailSquad Monthly Giveaway One of our favorite Products is coming back for the March Monthly Giveaway. We are working with Devos to get you their new LightRanger 2000. The new overhead light now has 2000 lumens and built-in color changing. Its amazing. If you want a chance to win a Light Ranger 2000 make sure to sign up as a SnailSquad member on Irate4x4.com Congrats to Karl Green for winning February's Giveaway with our favorite tool company, Gearwrench. We will be doing a choose-your-own-adventure tool grab with a wide assortment of tools that we will highlight for you. If you want a chance to win some GearWrench Tools, make sure to sign up as a SnailSquad member on Irate4x4.com Listener Discount Codes: SnailTrail4x4 -SnailTrail15 for 15% off SnailTrail4x4 MerchMORRFlate - snailtraill4x4 to get 10% off MORRFlate Multi Tire Inflation Deflation™ KitsIronman 4x4 - snailtrail20 to get 20% off all Ironman 4x4 branded equipment!Sidetracked Offroad - snailtrail4x4 (lowercase) to get 15% off lights and recovery gearSpartan Rope - snailtrail4x4 to get 10% off sitewideShock Surplus - SNAILTRAIL4x4 to get $25 off any order!Mob Armor - SNAILTRAIL4X4 for 15% offSummerShine Supply - ST4x4 for 10% off4WheelUnderground - snailtrailBackpacker's Pantry - Affiliate LinkLaminx Protective Films – Use Link to get 20% off all products (Affiliate Link) Show Music: Midroll Music - ComaStudio Outroll Music - Meizong Kumbang
Randulf Valle og Bengt Rotmo skal tilbake til Canada etter 22 år for å gå langt på ski og dyrke vennskapet. Vi tar praten om turen, bøker som Randulf har skrevet, ullnetting vs syntetnetting og mange andre sentrale temaer!Sjekk ut Randulf sin egen nettside og podcast: https://randulfvalle.no/Tips og råd om inReach: https://www.fjellsport.no/tips-og-rad/garmin/inreach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
https://slasrpodcast.com/ SLASRPodcast@gmail.com Welcome to episode 185 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week our friends from 48 Peaks - the Alzheimer's Association join us as we join the fight against Alzhiemers by encouraging everyone to participate in the 2025 The Longest Day - 48 Peaks hiking and fundraising event. Cindy is a multi time guest on SLASR and Paul is a personal hiking buddy of mine so we will get some updates from Cindy on her adventures and Paul will probably spill the beans on hiking with me over the last year or so plus he will share his personal story of how alzheimers has impacted his family and his journey to raise funds through 48 Peaks. All this plus huge snowfalls coming to NH, some reminders about staying prepared for adverse weather conditions, a rescue on Franconia Ridge, more place name changes in the news, and the story of a man who was adopted by a herd of goats. This weeks Higher Summit Forecast About this week's Guests - Alzheimer's Association 48 Peaks FAQS Hiker Celebration All the Details Learn more and find resources for you and your family at alz.org Our 24/7 helpline: 800-272-3900 To learn more about 48 Peaks and to join us, head to alz.org/48peaks Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/48Peaks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/48peaksalz/ Topics Stomp is missing, Cindy in going to be the cohost Location sharing apps and the relationship drama Snowsafe Summit - come see Mike Big Snow Storm coming in this weekend Trailhead preparedness for your car Rescue on Franconia Ridge Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl - Taylor Swift and Halftime Show Earthquake, Hawaii, Man becomes goat Name Change Drama -Denali and Gulf of Mexico/America Gear Review Paul correctly answers the dad joke of the week Beer Talk, Recent Hikes Guests of the Week - Welcome Cindy and Paul - 48 Peaks - The Longest Day fundraisers Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree MWRR registration Northern Extremes Snowmobile Are you willing to be tracked by your loved one? Snowsafe Summit weekend is here! 18 inches of snow this weekend!!! Reminder about preparedness / trailhead essentials for cars Hypothermic hikers on Franconia Ridge 8.0 earthquake off the Carribean triggers tsunami warning for US Man becomes goat: Accepted by herd. Hikers off the ‘rails' at Haiku Park The Alaska Legislature passes a resolution asking for Denali to be retained. Tiny new gadget to consider before heading out on camping and hiking trips Guy gets arrested at the Airport in India over his Garmin InReach 2 Welcare Insect Bite Healer Shout out to DC Rainmaker for his gadget reviews Sponsors, Friends and Partners Wild Raven Endurance Coaching CS Instant Coffee 2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Demetri Coupounas, aka Coup, the founder of GoLite and MyTrail Company. Coup might just be the most interesting man in the world. This conversation takes us through his incredible journey, from his work balancing the federal budget in the '80s and '90s to becoming the first person to complete unsupported hikes of the Colorado Trail and the Long Trail, and how he stumbled upon the once underground world of ultralight backpacking. We also dive into the history of GoLite, from its role in popularizing Ray Jardine's ultralight designs to its meteoric rise with more than 20 retail stores nationwide—without taking any investor money—and its eventual downfall, leading to bankruptcy just a few years later. Coup shares the story of MyTrail Co, his follow-up venture, and how he applied the lessons learned from GoLite while stripping away what didn't work, and how that eventually failed to achieve launch. This episode is an insightful history lesson on GoLite and the world of ultralight backpacking, as well as a fascinating case study on business successes and failures. We wrap up the show with a new 2-ounce device that could replace your Garmin InReach, what we consider a satisfactory number of steps in a typical day, and the ultimate Triple Crown of best smells. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Use code “BACKPACKER20” for 20% off packs at gossamergear.com. [divider] Interview with Demetri “Coup” Coupounas Coup's Instagram Time stamps & Questions 00:10:20 - Reminders: Join us for our live show in Austin, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon, and apply to vlog for the Trek! 00:12:40 - Introducing Coup 00:15:15 - What are your favorite backpacking Youtube channels? 00:16:25 - How did you get into politics? 00:28:10 - How fucked are we currently and what's your take on DOGE? 00:34:44 - How did you get into backpacking? 00:42:00 - How would you walk a first time hiker through packing their backpack? 00:51:22 - Do you think fun correlates directly with the weight on your back? 00:53:40 - Why did you take on unsupported hikes? 00:56:35 - Are you pursuing novel experiences or challenging experiences? 00:59:30 - How do you decide what food to bring? 01:05:20 - Tell us about the early days of GoLite 01:10:30 - Did you ever make your own gear? 01:12:02 - Did you have a personal relationship with Ray Jardine? 01:14:55 - Was Ray an owner in the business? 01:17:17 - What were the biggest initial sellers? 01:21:15 - How much effort was involved in convincing people to go lighter? 01:27:02 - What were the first 12 products? 01:38:15 - What did your typical customer look like? 01:46:00 - What was the process of scaling GoLite? 01:55:00 - Why didn't selling direct work well? 02:01:20 - What happened in 2013 and 2014? 02:10:00 - Why didn't you seek investors when money was running out? 02:17:00 - Discussion about the transition to My Trail Co 02:20:24 - What do you keep from the business when going through bankruptcy? 02:26:12 - What is My Trail Co and did you raise as much money as you expected? 02:30:02 - How many products did you offer? 02:32:31 - When did My Trail Co go out of business? 02:38:16 - Why didn't My Trail work? 02:42:45 - Did My Trail investors earn dividends? 02:45:00 - How much of the growth of the cottage industry was to blame? 02:53:07 - What are your plans for the future? 03:01:50 - Stay Salty Question: What is your hottest take in the backpacking world? Segments Trek Propaganda: Could This 2-Ounce Device Replace Your Garmin inReach? By Katie Jackson QOTD: What is a satisfactory number of steps for your average day? Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)! Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok. Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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In questo episodio de "Un Podcast di Sterrato", parliamo di infortuni, di come gestirli (male!) e di come la sfortuna ci perseguita.
Two weeks into his Powder Highway road trip, PowBot calls in from Revelstoke, British Columbia to chat about life on the road in the new van, the differences between the U.S. and Canada when it comes to snow and ski culture, hiring a ski guide in Whistler to go big in the Blackcomb backcountry and interviewing “Trailhead Tim” Gibson, who PowBot met at the trailhead and suddenly became his backcountry partner in bagging the Aussie Couloir in Joffre Lakes Provincial Park. Also, the boys Dope or Derp snow stake cams, backcountry skiing solo, the magnetic Snow Strip product and reggae music. 3:00 – Catching up with PowBot on his road trip to the Powder Highway of Canada, calling from the Revelstoke Rec Center parking lot.8:30 – Trail Whisperer in Downieville.10:00 – Avalanche Canada is saying “it's time to consider getting into bigger terrain” – it's GO TIME in the alpine! Favorable clear high pressure weather all week.13:00 – Pow Bot's road trip so far – Mount Bachelor, Stevens Pass, Whistler, Duffey Lakes.18:45 – Vail Resorts is having a PR nightmare. Youtube Peak Rankings financial breakdown of Vail Resorts. Park City Mountain Resort Ski Patrol is on strike and Vail wouldn't give them a $2/hr pay raise.21:40 – PowBot arrives in Whistler/Blackcomb and stays at Riverside RV park. PowBot hires a ski guide from Altus Mountain Guides, Tim Ross, to take him touring off the Blackcomb glaciers.25:00 – How does Canada differ from United States when it comes to skiing culture?28:35 – What is Pow Bot's boondock overnight parking plan?29:30 – Parking and skiing at Joffre Lakes area, a Canadian Provincial Park. PowBot helped unstuck the local plow truck driver, Danny, a backcountry skier who plows the lots for skiers.33:00 – PowBot meets Trailhead Tim and skis the Aussie Couloir with him.37:55 – How do you know when you meet a stranger that they will be a good ski partner?39:35 – Dope or Derp? Skiing solo. PowBot skied the Seven Steps to Paradise on Rogers Pass by himself and it was the dopest tour of his life.49:24 – In order to ski parts of Rogers Pass you have to take a backcountry travel test.52:45 – New iPhones have a text to satellite feature, eliminating the need to have something like a Spot or Garmin InReach.54:45 – Dope or Derp? The Snowstrip - A magnetic rack that goes on the side of your vehicle so your skis/board doesn't fall and hit the ground.57:55 – Dope or Derp? Reggae Music – Tom's been listening to a bunch of reggae. Stick Figure, Arise Roots, John Brown's Body and 10 Foot Ganja Plant. David Lee Scales and Chaz Smith of The Grit podcast think reggae is derp. Bob Marley is The Legend for a reason.1:04:55 – ON A MUSICAL NOTE – Ross – listener recommending Tycho and Khruangbin.1:09:20 – Dope or Derp? – a listener Derek wants to know what's up with snow stake cams.1:16:25 – Last Saturday, tail end of the holiday, one of the busiest days of skiing in Tahoe ever due to the snow stake cam.1:20:25 – The sleeper pow days are the best days – the snow stake cam isn't always accurate.1:21:40 – PowBot recorded a conversation with Trailhead Tim after their adventure on Aussie Couloir and the concept of “risk shaming”.1:30:50 – A conversation with Tim Gibson at Joffre Lakes Provincial Park – living van life and skiing in Canada.1:36:20 – Quitting the corporate life, retiring and living the ski bum van life full time.1:40:45 – Partnering up with Tim to ski Joffre Peak and Aussie Couloir.1:48:24 – Moved to Chile in 2004 and got into backcountry skiing, fully self-taught through trial and error. Close calls with cornices, glaciers and crevasses.1:54:00 – The American ski culture of not reporting avalanche accidents, opposite from Canada. The concept of “risk shaming” and how risky behavior is frowned upon in skiing in the US.1:59:00 – Living in Seattle and skiing in Washington state – Mount Rainier, North Cascades, Snoqualmie Pass.2:07:00 – What does Mind the Track mean to you?
While solo riding the rugged White Rim Trail in Moab, Utah, James Simonowski faced an unexpected ordeal when a crash left him pinned beneath his motorcycle. Equipped with a Garmin inReach, a device he carried with the hope it would work in an emergency, James put it to the ultimate test. Links: Photos and links related to this episode can be found in the show notes on Adventure Rider Radio. Subscribe and never miss an episode: Subscribe so you never miss an episode! We release new episodes every Thursday, packed with insights you won't want to miss. Suggestions: If you have a show idea or suggestion, send us an email. We'd love to hear from you! Leave a review: If you enjoyed today's episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and improve the show. Follow us on social media: Join our community on Facebook and Instagram. Support us: Please consider supporting us! Your support helps us keep the adventure going and brings you even more great content. Share the podcast: If you know someone who would benefit from today's episode, share it with them! Spreading the word helps our podcast grow. Join our newsletter: Stay up to date with our latest episodes by signing up for our newsletter at Adventure Rider Radio. Get all the best content delivered straight to your inbox.
AWP Episode 194 “Out of the Darkness” w/Ashley Saupe (The Sharp End Podcast) Daniel Buitrago & Brandon Fifield are joined by special guest and fellow podcaster, Ashley Saupe of the Sharp End Podcast Transforming A podcast and passion project into a business and managing it, not selling out, Rockie talkies, the community of Alaskan podcast, meeting Emily out remote nordic lake skating, the crack of noon crew, life style after knew surgeries, finding a new identity and joy in other activities, the metal shift and getting thought the dark times, dealing with the mental challenges while managing the podcast and its foundation, the climber & blaire, getting outside of your comfort zone, a career in field safety management of global reality shows, riverside FM, podcast followers & show downloads, Evan Phillips, Motorcycle Adventure in Peru, Alaska Mountain Rescue event @ Bearstooth Theater, Ashley's hopefully future moose hunt, Ashley's AK History, graduating the Alaska Military Youth Academy, Outward Bounder, Lead safety coordinator, Zoleo vs. Garmin Inreach, GIA Maps, Visit our Website - www.alaskawildproject.com Follow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/alaskawildproject Watch us on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@alaskawildproject $upport the show on PATREON - www.patreon.com/alaskawildproject
Episode 2561- On this Friday show, Vinnie Tortorich welcomes author Andrea Lankford, and they discuss three cases of hikers disappearing into thin air, mountain safety, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/11/into-thin-air-with-andrea-lankford-episode-2561 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Into Thin Air They chat about John Krakauer and trade opinions on his books. (2:00) Andrea is a park ranger, law enforcement, and the author of . (5:00) She follows three haunting stories of missing hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail, a trail from Mexico to Canada. (11:00) The Yellow Deli and the Twelve Tribes are active in the region where two of the hikers are missing. There are all kinds of dangers people run into on both PCT and AT (the Appalachian Trail) Dr. Arpad Vass makes outrageous claims that he has devices to help find victims. (21:00) He appears to capitalize on people's pain. Vinnie hates it when people are taken advantage of. There are two famous races in Death Valley. (32:00) The Badwater 135 and Furnace Creek 508 races are two of the most difficult races held in the most scorching conditions. They discuss some of the limitations and policies of being on the trails. A Word of Caution More on the Pacific Crest Trail. (47:00) Mountain trails are meant to be taken seriously; never hike alone or go without being fully prepared. “All the gear and no idea” is a real concern for inexperienced hikers and adventure-seekers. (1:00:00) Andrea and Vinnie express how important it is to have the right equipment, know how to use it properly, and carry a tracking device like a Garmin inReach. The safety is worth the investment! (27:30) It's listed under “Special Interest” with a PG-13 rating. There is nothing in it to have earned a PG-13 rating—it's family-friendly. Buy or rent it, rate it, and review it! Watching, rating, and giving good reviews will help him expand the documentary's reach. Don't forget about the NSNG® Foods promo code! Use promo code VINNIE at the checkout and get 15% off. The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT Amazon. Vinnie's rumble channel: Vinnie's X/Twitter channel: Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11, 2022! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:
Steve & Mark answer listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute podcast episode. They discuss tips for comfort in cold-weather hunts, choosing down vs synthetic for a sleeping bag or quilt, how the new iOS satellite messaging features compares to messaging through a Garmin InReach device, why Steve chose the 6mm Creedmoor over other 6mm rifle cartridges, and more... Links mentioned in this episode: - Mountain Goat Hunt Recap: https://the-experience-project.com/alaska-mountain-goat-hunt-breakdown/ - Synthetic Quilt from Enlightened Equipment: https://enlightenedequipment.com/revelation-apex/ - Steve's 6mm Creedmoor Rifle: https://the-experience-project.com/small-rifles-for-big-game/ - New Garmin Messanger Plus: https://sandsarchery.com/products/garmin-inreach-messenger-plus ASK YOUR QUESTION — podcast@exomtngear.com LEAVE A MESSAGE — https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast
Join Ben, Brian, and Ted as they explore the wild world of pilot superstitions. Brian admits to thanking his plane after flights, while Ben confesses to repositioning his dashboard hula girl based on landing quality. Ted reveals his habit of wearing outlandish socks during training flights. The chat chimes in with their own quirks, like bringing stuffed animal co-pilots. Brian recounts his thrilling experience at a STOL competition, and hundreds of spectators judging his landing. The guys debate whether announcing checkride dates jinxes the outcome, and Ben explains his obsessive attachment to his beat-up kneeboard. Plus, hear about new podcast merch and their upcoming 100th episode celebration at Fairmont airport. The 100th episode is coming up! Oct 28, at 4G7 Fairmont West Virginia. Not an official meetup, RSVP is required (on discord or midlifepilotpodcast@gmail.com) if you're planning to attend. mentioned on the show: * Music City STOL: https://nationalstol.com/musiccity/ * XNX Music City Executive: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_City_Executive_Airport * 5-hour Music City STOL competition video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtKlqQsl54o * Master CFI Nathan "Mallard"'s bird video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrN15HLL0AQ * UAO Aurora: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora_State_Airport * Origins of knocking on wood: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knocking_on_wood * Folklore of mirrors as windows to the soul: https://leanbhpearson.com/2023/02/02/mirror-folklore/ * Master CFI Nathan Ballard hosting NAFI mentorLIVE: https://www.mentorlive.site/program/85.html * Jason Miller, The Finer Points Podcast, When It All Goes Down: crashing a plane, Garmin Inreach: https://www.learnthefinerpoints.com/podcast * Aviation Newstalk 352, interviewing Hurricane Helene volunteer helicopter pilot: https://aviationnewstalk.com/podcast/352-r44-helicopter-pilot-stories-delivering-supplies-after-hurricane-helene/ * Opposing Bases 353, Hurricane Reponse: All Hands on Deck: https://opposingbases.libsyn.com/ob353-hurricane-response-all-hands-on-deck
Episode 201 Details Hunting Survival, Colorado Wolf Debate, & Global Travel Fee Hikes: Key Updates Latest News: Hunting, Outdoors, Travel & Western Living ALASKA: HUNTER SURVIVES BEAR ATTACK & GUNSHOT WOUND Tyler Johnson, a 32-year-old hunter from Sterling, Alaska, survived a brutal brown bear attack and a self-inflicted gunshot wound while hunting on the Kenai Peninsula. Johnson was hunting black bears with his father, Chris, a former US Federal Wildlife Service officer, when they accidentally startled a sleeping brown bear in the dense grass. The bear charged Tyler, who struggled to draw his sidearm before being knocked down. Despite sustaining severe injuries from the bear's claws and a gunshot wound to his leg, Tyler managed to fire seven rounds into the brown bear, eventually incapacitating the animal. His father, Chris, helped finish off the bear and immediately began treating Tyler's injuries which included an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound to Tyler's leg. Tyler Johnson always carries a trauma kit hunting that has QuikClot and a slingshot band which the men used on the gunshot wound. The two men worked quickly, applying a tourniquet and calling for help using a Garmin InReach. It took search and rescue over an hour to get to the hunters, Chris made his son tell him hunting stories in order to help keep him awake and mind off the pain. Tyler was airlifted to Alaska Medical Center, treated, and released the same evening. This incident marks the third bear attack in the U.S. this year. Essentials: Hunting & Hiking Trauma Kit Before hitting the trails during hunting season or out for a fall hike; carrying a trauma kit is absolutely necessary. The backcountry is treacherous, and must be taken seriously. First rule - Always notify someone of your hunting, hiking or camping plans, destination, and time expected to be gone. Second rule - Always fully understand how to use any of the items in your trauma kit. The field is for reaction, home is for learning, understanding and practice. Trauma Kit Must Haves Tourniquet, Elastic Bandage, Gauze, Trauma Dressing & Trauma Sheers. QuikClot / Blood Stopper Emergency Heat Blanket, Headlamp, Fire Starter, Battery Pack. GPS Satellite Communicator: Garmin InReach or AtlasTrax for example. Duct Tape, Paracord, Moleskin, Tweezers. Benadryl (antihistamine), Tylenol, Ibuprofen. Reference: https://www.outdoorlife.com/survival/kenai-brown-bear-attack/ https://quikclot.com/ https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/satellite-communicators/ https://usa.atlastrax.com/ Impact of Wolf Relocation on Colorado's Livestock Industry Colorado's plan to relocate the Copper Creek wolf pack, responsible for most livestock depredations in the state, has sparked controversy among ranchers. The pack, introduced from Oregon, has been linked to the deaths of cattle and sheep in Grand County, Colorado. Despite repeated requests from ranchers for lethal removal, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) opted for relocation, stating that this decision does not set a precedent for future wolf-livestock conflicts. The relocation decision aims to balance the state's wolf restoration goals with the needs of affected ranchers. This action follows the denial of permits for lethal control, despite rising livestock losses. The Cattlemen's Association criticized CPW for prioritizing wolves over ranchers' rights, highlighting the significant impact of the wolves on local livestock. The agency's strategy faces scrutiny as it walks a fine line between wolf conservation and livestock protection, with the future location of the relocated wolves still uncertain. Reference: https://cpw.state.co.us/news/08282024/media-statement-colorado-parks-and-wildlife-begins-operation-capture-wolves-copper https://www.skyhinews.com/news/colorado-parks-and-wildlife-to-relocate-depredating-wolves-from-grand-county/ https://www.summitdaily.com/news/can-colorados-producers-and-wolves-find-a-way-to-coexist/ https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/colorado-depredating-wolves-relocated/ Beware of Tourism Taxes & Price Hikes New Zealand Raises Tourism Fees: What Travelers Need to Know According to CNN, starting October 1, New Zealand will increase its International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) from NZ$35 ($22 USD) to NZ$100 ($62 USD), making it more expensive to explore the country's lakes, mountains, and wineries. This fee, originally introduced in 2019, helps cover the environmental and infrastructure costs associated with international tourism, which brought in over $11 billion from March 2023 to March 2024. However, the Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA) criticizes the hike, warning it could hurt New Zealand's global competitiveness as tourists may choose more affordable destinations like Canada or the UK. In addition to the IVL, tourist visa fees will also rise on October 1, from $131USD to $211USD, potentially leading to longer processing times. Despite concerns, similar "tourist taxes" are common in around 60 destinations globally, such as Venice and Bhutan, and studies suggest these fees don't deter tourists. Reference: https://www.cnn.com/travel/new-zealand-tripling-its-tourist-tax-intl-hnk/index.html https://www.cnn.com/travel/tourist-taxes-do-they-work/index.html https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/media-releases/2024-media-releases/ivl-increase-to-ensure-visitors-contribute-more-to-new-zealand/ https://www.tia.org.nz/assets/Uploads/20240903-MR-Tourism-Industry-says-increased-border-taxes-wont-close-gaps.pdf FIELD REPORTS & COMMENTS Call or Text your questions, or comments to 305-900-BEND or 305-900-2363 Or email BendRadioShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @thebendshow https://www.facebook.com/thebendshow SUBSCRIBE to The Bend YouTube Channel. Website: TheBendShow.com https://thebendshow.com/ #catchBECifyoucan #tiggerandbec #outdoors #travel #cowboys The Outdoors, Rural America, And Wildlife Conservation are Center-Stage. AND how is that? Because Tigger & BEC… Live This Lifestyle. Learn more about Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com https://tiggerandbec.com/ WESTERN LIFESTYLE & THE OUTDOORS Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca 'BEC' Wanner are News Broadcasters that represent the Working Ranch world, Rodeo, and the Western Way of Life as well as advocate for the Outdoors and Wildlife Conservation. Outdoorsmen themselves, this duo strives to provide the hunter, adventurer, cowboy, cowgirl, rancher and/or successful farmer, and anyone interested in agriculture with the knowledge, education, and tools needed to bring high-quality beef and the wild game harvested to your table for dinner. They understand the importance in sharing meals with family, cooking the fruits of our labor and fish from our adventures, and learning to understand the importance of making memories in the outdoors. Appreciate God's Country. United together, this duo offers a glimpse into and speaks about what life truly is like at the end of dirt roads and off the beaten path. Tigger & BEC look forward to hearing from you, answering your questions and sharing in the journey of making your life a success story. Adventure Awaits Around The Bend.
Matt Scott and Scott Brady review the most significant changes in overland travel during the past few decades, covering everything from the Garmin inReach to the E-Visa.
On this part two episode, co-host Katy Starr continues her conversation with long distance trail rider, Jodie Morton of Green, Gold and Blues about:One item that she will never, EVER leave home without for a trail rideHer process for planning a safe and successful trail ride on big trailsA brilliant strategy she uses with her horse Thelma, to make elevation gains the most efficientRiding horses cross country has taught her she can do things she never thought were possible and just how much goodness exists in the world when you ride in a saddle. Join us for some vital trail riding tips before you hit the trail for your next horseback adventure.Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com_______________________________ Are you struggling with your mental health and need help? Please reach out now:Beyond Blue in AustraliaNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in the United States_______________________________ Helpful Tools Recommended by Jodie:~6:41 – Garmin inReach~31:46 – AllTrails and Gaia~33:22 – Cairn Cartographics_______________________________ Connect with Jodie on social platforms and her website – Instagram – @greengoldandbluesTikTok – @greengoldandbluesFacebook – @greengoldandbluesYouTube – @greengoldandbluesWebsite – https://www.greengoldandblues.com/ Episode art image credit – Chance Jackson *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our co-hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from Dr. Stephen Duren and Dr. Tania Cubitt at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok
Every year, people on a canoe trip to Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA) need to be rescued from a dangerous situation. In modern times, the call for help can come from a cell phone, a satellite phone, or an emergency beacon like a Garmin inReach. But it wasn't always this easy to help people who recreate across the canoe-country wilderness. In this story from KFAI producer Joe Friedrichs, we learn about the history of search and rescue operations inside the most visited wilderness area in the nation, the Boundary Waters. --MinneCulture is hosted by John Gebretatose and edited by Julie Censullo. MinneCulture is a production of KFAI. Support for MinneCulture has been provided by the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
Join JD, Pope, Randi, and Alyssa and their special guest Aaron Mercer as they share their off-roading adventures and talk recovery gear in this Friday Night Live! In this episode, you'll hear about their mud-filled escapades and how to clean and maintain your Jeep after a muddy trip. The hosts also discuss the essential recovery gear and tools for off-roading, such as GoTreads, Garmin inReach, kinetic ropes, and ProEagle Jack. They emphasize the importance of communication and safety devices, especially when wheeling alone or in remote areas. You'll also learn about their experiences with their dogs and why they seatbelt them in the car and how to spot scorpions with black lights. We talk about opinions on the gear we regret buying and the gear we can't live without. We'll highlight the importance of training and knowledge in off-roading, how to avoid potential dangers why trail etiquette is important, and why you should trust your spotter. Tune in, turn up, and we're glad to have you here at, The Trailhead.
News story(s) Jeep a luxury vehicle? Newbie Nuggets Wendy shares some things about Goals (Jeep goals) Fabricating Frenzy So you want new Axles? And in our, “must have STUFF for your Jeep!” Garmin inReach
Dan berichtet heute ausführlich über seine Tour Divide GDMBR durch Amerika. Außerdem gibt er bekannt, dass er ab November sein eigenes Bikefitting-Studio betreiben wird. Dans Tour bei Komoot: https://www.komoot.de/collection/2302867/-the-great-divide-2023 Dan bei Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/3786452?hl=de-DE Dan bei Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmiessen/?hl=de Dans Website zum Bikefitting: https://www.danmiessen.com Hier könnt Ihr direkt Termine bei ihm buchen: https://danmiessen.simplybook.it/v2/ ## Werbung ## AG1 von Athletic Greens - Danke für die Unterstützung! Informiere dich jetzt auf https://drinkag1.com/enjoyyourbike, zu gesundheitsbezogenen Angaben und hole dir AG1 im Abo nach Hause, ganz ohne Vertragslaufzeit. Sichere dir bei deiner AG1 Erstbestellung einen gratis Jahresvorrat an Vitamin D3+K2 & 5 Travel Packs! Löwenanteil Bio Fertiggerichte: 10% Rabattcode für die ENJOYYOURBIKE-Community Erhaltet 10% Rabatt auf Eure erste Bestellung! Über den Link https://cutt.ly/OwzKloxG wird der Rabattcode automatisch an der Kasse eingefügt und der Rabatt abgezogen. (Gutscheincode: Bike) ## LINKS & PICKS ## Lachlan Mortons Weltrekord Tour Divide https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/lachlan-morton-sets-scorching-pace-over-tour-divide-route/ Mythos Tour in der ARD Mediathek: https://www.ardmediathek.de/video/Y3JpZDovL3Nwb3J0c2NoYXUuZGUvMDkyNzIyNjUtNjgxNC00OWM5LWFjYmYtNmE2YjIzMjEyZTQx/ Splitwise App: https://www.splitwise.com/ ## Inhalt ## 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:19 - AG1: Micronährstoffe als Müslitopping oder leckerer Shake (WERBUNG) 00:04:02 - EsE Verein: Status, wie geht es weiter, Kommunkationsplattform Campai-Test 00:09:16 - Löwenanteil: Gesunde Bio-Gerichte mit hohem Proteinanteil (WERBUNG) 00:12:29 - Erfahrungsbericht Vereinsausfahrt Rügen, Inselumrundung als Overnighter 00:16:07 - Tour Divide Weltrecord von Lachlan Morton 00:20:13 - Ultracycling ist wie Tour de France 1905: lange Etappen, Selbstversorgung 00:24:37 - Tour Divide vs. GDMBR - Strecken-Infos 00:33:00 - Komoot war besser als Strava zum Beobachten der Tour 00:37:47 - Wie entstand die Idee, die Tour zu fahren? 00:42:06 - Wann und wie seid Ihr auf die Idee gekommen, die Tour zu fahren? 00:55:13 - Anreise und Start der Tour 01:05:20 - Los geht´s - Abfahrt! 01:17:40 - Grenzübergang: Gab es dort Probleme? 01:19:43 - Die Menschen! Wen trifft man, was gibt es für Gespräche? 01:30:46 - Tiere - was gab es für Tiere, Gefahren, Erlbnisse 01:45:29 - Verpflegung und Schlafen: Zelt, Motels, andere Optionen? 01:53:59 - Extreme Hitze in New Mexiko, über 45 GRAD! 02:05:00 - Andere Radfahrer, Wanderer auf der Strecke 02:13:12 - Gab es einen Tiefpunkt an dem Ihr aufgeben wolltet? 02:21:38 - Technische Geräte: Handy, Garmin inReach und Fahrradcomputer 02:27:58 - Holger und Du, wie habt Ihr Euch verstanden, arrangiert? 02:30:07 - Pick: Splitwise App für das Aufteilen der Kosten 02:33:47 - Die Whirlpool-Geschichte: die Badehose-Leihgabe vom bekifften Ehemann 02:40:55 - Welche Probleme gab es, wie vermeidet man Sitzprobleme? 02:44:54 - Das Ziel: die letzten km, Abholung und Rückreise 02:51:29 - Nach der Tour: Mentale Veränderung? Fällt man in ein Loch? 02:55:13 - Technik-Talk: Ist alles aufgegangen so wie geplant? 03:05:43 - Das nächste Abenteuer, ist da etwas geplant? 03:08:49 - Dans Zukunft mit seinem eigenen Bikefitting-Studio 03:17:40 - Picks: Gaffa-Tape, Splitwise App, ARD: Mythos Tour de France
Episode 153 Details Pheasant season is here! This is a pastime that we greatly enjoy as we annually take time to host family and friends which is really all about the kids! That is probably why we love Pheasant Hunting so much. With proper firearm safety, upland bird hunting is a thrilling activity that is by far one of the most rewarding when watching youth take down their first bird or an older member taking part too. It is a lifelong hunting sport. Whether using a .410, 20 gauge or 12 gauge shotgun; upland bird hunting fits the whole crew! NEWS ARKANSAS ALLIGATOR SEASON For many across the United States, hunting for alligators in Arkansas may not have crossed one's mind. As it turns out, since 2007 alligator hunting has been growing as both a recreational activity as well as a way to keep the species from becoming invasive in the state. This year the alligator season spanned over two the last two weekends of September. The harvest broke previous records of tagged alligators, with 202 alligators harvested. According to Outdoor Life, the alligator Arkansas population statewide is hoovering around 3,000 animals. FATAL GRIZZLY ATTACK Last week we reported on a scary, near-death grizzly attack near Yellowstone National Park in the Custer Gallatin National Forest. We are saddened to report that another grizzly attack happened last weekend, this one resulting in two fatalities and the loss of a dog. According to Outdoor Life, Parks Canada officials were notified on September 29th at 8 p.m. by an emergency alert from a Garmin inReach device. The GSP alert came from within the Banff National Park in a remote area in the Red Deer River Valley. Immediately a first responders unit mobilized, however, weather conditions prevented a helicopter from flying in and the response team traveled on foot to the GPS coordinates, arriving at the scene of a double fatal grizzly attack at 1 a.m. The first responders found two deceased individuals and their deceased dog. Also still lurking nearby the first responders encountered a grizzly bear displaying aggressive behavior, which was euthanized on site. This is a chilling story, that no one ever wants to share. A family member of the hikers did tell CBC News that the hikers had wilderness experience, lived for being in the backcountry, and “knew the bear protocol and followed it to a tee.” The same family member also explained that the two hikers had sent them an inReach message at 5 p.m. that evening letting the family know that they had made camp for the night. Meaning that the victims were not traveling in the woods after dark or setting up camp when the grizzly bear attacked. A full investigation is underway as this now marks the second fatal grizzly attack in North America in 2023. Be Bear Aware: KNOW THIS BEFORE Carry bear spray. MUST practice to be prepared to use it immediately. Keep a close eye out for bear signs. Be cautious near creeks or any areas with limited visibility. ELK CALLS & COVER SCENTS: Be aware they can/or will attract bears. Big Game is Heavy. Bring people and equipment needed to help field dress game in order to remove the meat from the kill site as soon as possible. Time is NOT on your side. Leaving Meat Behind. If part of the meat must be left in the field for later retrieval, hang it in a tree at least 10 feet off the ground AND at least 150 yards from the gut pile. Leave in an area where it can be observed from a distance of at least 200 yards. Before returning, observe the hanging meat with binoculars. Do NOT approach any area in question of having been disturbed or see signs of a bear in the area. Notify local FWP. ALWAYS check with local FWP before heading into the Backcountry Wilderness of current bear activity, advise a trusted family or friend of the approximate hunting/hiking location, and campsite, and recommend wearing an SOS tracking device such as trusted units by AtlasTrax or Garmin inReach. FEATURE PHEASANT TAXIDERMY TIPS Feature: Rick Acker, Award-Winning Taxidermist Roughrider Game Birds https://www.facebook.com/roughridergamebirds The Do, The Do NOT For A Beautiful Game Bird Mount Upland birds taken early in the season do not make great mounts do to the fragile pin feathers. The pin feathers after skinning on early birds will typically fall out. Best time to harvest a Pheasant for mounting is in November & December. Do NOT ring the neck of pheasant roosters as this will stretch out the neck. Cool the pheasant immediately, recommend having a cooler along to transport the bird until proper freezing. Do not place a game bird in pantyhose, this will dry out the bird. Double bag any game bird, removing as much air as possible, before placing in the freezer. This will keep the bird from drying out until received by a taxidermist. THE BEND FIELD REPORT - HEATHER KROHE CATFISH During a memorial catfish tournament, a MONSTER 104lb catfish was caught and landed off a kayak. Find Little Rack Taxidermy on Facebook @Little Rack Taxidermy RECIPE: WILD TURKEY TENDERS PARMESIAN Before filling that freezer with new game meat, use up what you have! Or start gathering delicious recipes to give a try! Here is a proven recipe from the National Turkey Federation that Heather Krohe and her family has given a Thumbs Up. Here is the Recipe: https://www.eatturkey.org/recipe/turkey-tenders/ AND here's another great Wild Turkey Tender Recipe Too! WATCH FIELD REPORTS & COMMENTS Call or Text your questions, or comments to 305-900-BEND or 305-900-2363 Or email BendRadioShow@gmail.com FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @thebendshow SUBSCRIBE to The Bend YouTube Channel. Website: TheBendShow.com https://thebendshow.com/ #catchBECifyoucan #tiggerandbec #outdoors #travel #cowboys The Outdoors, Rural America, And Wildlife Conservation are Center-Stage. AND how is that? Because Tigger & BEC… Live This Lifestyle. Learn more about Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com Home - Tigger & BEC WESTERN LIFESTYLE & THE OUTDOORS Tigger & BEC are News Broadcasters that represent the Working Ranch world, Rodeo, and the Western Way of Life as well as advocate for the Outdoors and Wildlife Conservation. Outdoorsmen themselves, this duo strives to provide the hunter, adventurer, cowboy, cowgirl, rancher and/or successful farmer, and anyone interested in agriculture with the knowledge, education, and tools needed to bring high-quality beef and the wild game harvested to your table for dinner. They understand the importance in sharing meals with family, cooking the fruits of our labor and fish from our adventures, and learning to understand the importance of making memories in the outdoors. Appreciate God's Country. United together, this duo offers a glimpse into and speaks about what life truly is like at the end of dirt roads and off the beaten path. Tigger & BEC look forward to hearing from you, answering your questions and sharing in the journey of making your life a success story. Adventure Awaits Around The Bend. REFERENCES https://www.outdoorlife.com/hunting/arkansas-alligator-harvest-record/ https://www.eatturkey.org/recipe/turkey-tenders/ https://www.outdoorlife.com/survival/grizzly-bear-kills-two-banff/ https://observer-me.com/2023/09/28/featured/innovative-english-class-introduces-maine-high-school-students-to-fly-fishing/ https://fwp.mt.gov/conservation/wildlife-management/bear/be-bear-aware/hunting-angling https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/satellite-communicators/ https://atlastrax.com/safety/
I dag har turfolk mange muligheter om de ønsker å holde kontakten med hjemmefronten eller ha muligheten til å varsle dersom de kommer ut for en ulykke på tur.Men i hvor grad kan vi stole på mobiltelefonen i norsk villmark? Er jakt- eller sikringsradio et alternativ? Hva er forskjellen på Garmin InReach, SPOT og nødpeilesender? Er satelittelefon den beste løsningen. Eller bør vi sette vår lit til Elon Musk og Starlink? Podkastens husnerd og radioamatør Morten Synstelien stiller opp for å gjøre temaet klarere for oss.Denne episoden er forbeholdt det digitale turlaget på Patreon. Det tar kun noen minutter å bli medlem og i tillegg til denne episoden får du tilgang til 16 andre patreonepisoder. Du får også mulighet til å påvirke valg av tema, gjester og spørsmål, samt tilgang til eksklusivt innhold på www.randulfvalle.noBli med i turlaget på:https://www.patreon.com/podkastenutelivBesøk min kommersielle partner:Barents Outdoor AS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Part 2 of my interview with Steve Alexander, who lost his autopilot on the way to the Azores from Bermuda. He also had failing backstays on the way, and a lost swing-keel. We talk about all this, as well as getting weather reports while offshore, Irridium, Starlink, Garmin InReach, approaching islands safely, provisioning, the danger of deferring responsibility, the importance of emotional support during a crisis, and much more
Episode Summary This week on Live Like the World is Dying, Pat talks to Margaret about working outside for a living with the National Park Service. They talk about gear, preparedness while hiking, search and rescue, how to prevent needing to be sought for and rescued, and the unfortunate realities of climate change. Guest Info Find Pat on the trails. Do not find them on the internet. They cannot be found there. Host Info Margaret can be found on twitter @magpiekilljoy or instagram at @margaretkilljoy. Publisher Info This show is published by Strangers in A Tangled Wilderness. We can be found at www.tangledwilderness.org, or on Twitter @TangledWild and Instagram @Tangled_Wilderness. You can support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness. Transcript Live Like the World is Dying: Pat on Working Outside Margaret 00:14 Hello and welcome to Live Like the World is Dying, your podcast for what feels like the end times. I'm your host today, Margaret Killjoy. And this week...Okay, so you know sometimes I have these shows and it's basically like I find people who talk to me about the things that I've decided I'm really interested in that week. Well, this is one of those examples! And so I'm really excited about it. I think you'll all be excited about it too because this week I am talking to Pat who works outside for a living and he gets to do search and rescue and help people access parks because he is a backwoods...person...at a national park. And yeah, I don't know, I think...I'm excited for the conversation. I can't tell you what's gonna be in it because I haven't done it yet because I record these before I do the interview instead of afterwards. But! This podcast is a proud member of the Channel Zero Network of anarchist podcasts and here's a jingle from another show on the network. Baba Baba bu ba baa ba ba baaa. [Making noises like a song melody] Margaret 01:51 Okay, and we're back. Pat, so if you could introduce yourself with your name, your pronouns, and then just like a little bit about the work you do? Pat 02:02 Yeah. So I'm Pat. He/him. I am a back country ranger for the National Park Service and I've been doing it for about 10 years. So I basically just hike around to talk with people, help out with search and rescue, clean toilets, do whatever needs doing. Yeah. Margaret 02:24 Hell yeah. Okay, I have one question up front. Pat 02:26 Yes. Margaret 02:27 Okay, once when I was doing this forest campaign in a national forest--so not the Park Service, but, you know, the National Forest Service--there was this pit toilet. And--because he brought up toilets--there was this pit toilet and it had a door. And we would prop the door open to avoid it smelling. But then the Ranger came by and yelled at us and says that it works better...The like ventilation system is built on the door being closed. But then other times, I feel like I've seen ones that say, "Leave the door open." What's the deal? Pat 03:00 That is...I'm going to chalk it up to every toilet in the back country is different. So maybe one of them was like designed in such a way with specific ventilation systems, because they get pretty high tech. We have some that have like little solar powered computer fans that will like vent air out and bring fresh air in to try to dry them out. It's kind of neat. It's a huge part of the job. Margaret 03:25 This was like 20 years ago I think...Probably didn't have a solar panel Pat 03:27 Probably not solar powered then. [At the same time as Margaret says above Margaret 03:28 I just couldn't figure out whether she was like fucking with us because she didn't like us or whether she was just like annoyed at these idiots who thought they knew about the woods but didn't. Pat 03:41 Well, the reason they gave may have not been like 100% accurate. Like one thing that comes to mind is--it really sucks--but you know, critters find their way down into there. And so if the door's open like, you know, a raccoon or something may climb down there and like it really sucks because oftentimes they get down there and they can't get out. And you know, at my park, we shovel all of that waste out into buckets and hike it out. [Margaret makes a "pee-yew" noise of disgust] And sometimes you know little chipmunks and stuff are in there. It's really sad. Margaret 04:12 Yeah, Is there like a back entrance where you can go down and access the pit? Or do you have to just literally like drop buckets and like it's a terrible well? Pat 04:24 Oh, no, those structures are literally just...like you just you just like rock them and move the wooden structures off. They're not secured to the ground. and then you put a hole in the ground with just like posthole diggers. Margaret 04:44 That's fun. I'm glad that this is the first question I asked you. [Laughing] Pat 04:48 It's part of the job. Sorry, gonna turn all the listeners away. Margaret 04:52 No, no, no, no, I asked. And I think that that's like....Okay, I mean, that even gets kind of...Um, when I would do any kind of forest defense or anything that involves living in the woods, I feel like one of the main signs of like a newbie in a bad way was people who didn't dig a hole before they took a shit. Pat 04:53 Yes. Margaret 04:54 You know? And so the stuff that when you're like in houses and stuff that you sort of take for granted, you can't take for granted when you're not. So it sort of makes sense that shit is the defining characteristic. Pat 05:28 Yeah, it's kind of fun. Margaret 05:29 But, speaking of shitty jobs...Hehe, I had to make the pun at least once. I'm very sorry. What got you deciding that you want to work outside? Pat 05:41 I feel like I was kind of like destined for it. Kind of a weird way to put it. I was basically...my first backpacking trip was before I could walk. My dad put me on his shoulders. And I was out in the woods when I still in diapers. I grew up doing Boy Scouts so I was backpacking basically once a month. And so I just continuously did that essentially my whole life, and then, weirdly enough, in college kind of fell off for a bit. And then, you know, I graduated and decided to volunteer and have been doing it ever since. Margaret 06:17 Okay, and you moved from volunteer to now this is what you do professionally, right? Pat 06:20 Yeah, that's kind of the primary path to get in. If you're not coming from some sort of military background or something, you kind of have to volunteer or do an internship or something like that. It's a pretty small community. So getting your foot in the door and learning the lingo is kind of important. And having a name that a hiring manager can call for a reference check that's like in the system is kind of an important deal. Margaret 06:49 That makes sense. Pat 06:50 Yeah. Kind of a small community. Margaret 06:53 What do you like about it? Like, I think that a lot of people listening...So the reason I wanted to had you on, part of it is about search and rescue stuff--which I want to talk to you about in a bit--But part of why I wanted to have you on is I think that a lot of the listeners, a lot of listeners do either work outside or spend...Like I actually work inside, but almost all of my hobbies--and I make it this way on purpose--take me outside. And then I often sort of live outside. I don't currently, but I have at various points. But I think that a lot of people are looking for ways to get outside and don't like their current work or don't have work at all or whatever. And so I guess I want to ask you about what you like and don't like about having a job that has you outside all the time? Pat 07:43 Yeah. I mean, it's...I love that my job like requires me to be out there. It's like such a huge boost for mental health and everything. It's nice that I don't have to, like take time off for my family to go out and get those experiences. So that's really huge. Yeah, the outdoors is like a...I'm sure a lot of people that go out regularly have the experience where it's...even if you're not religious or anything but it's kind of got a spiritual element to it where you're just like out in it in the wilderness by yourself or even with a small group, and it's just refreshing, you know. It fills you up. So that's huge that I get to do that and I get paid for it and I get to--I think most of all--I get to help people get out to get into it, pointing out trails, conditions, things that. Yeah, it's really cool to have a job where I can, like materially help people on a day to day basis, you know? Like when I recommend a day hike and someone comes back like all sweaty but smiling and thanks you for it. You know, it's a good feeling. Margaret 08:52 Yeah, yeah. So you're like the human Alltrails[.com]? Is that what you're saying? Pat 08:57 Yeah, I've got a little bit of a beef with Alltrails. But that's maybe another conversation. Margaret 09:04 Wait, I want to hear because I've been using Alltrails Pat 09:07 I, and maybe this is just me, but I dislike how Alltrails chunks everything down into like little specific trails. So like, people come in and ask about like this one trail and it's got a name that I've never heard of and I'm like, "Oh, you're talking about like this section of the trail going up to here." Like, I'm much more like destination based. But that's just me, you know. People like it. And it's really great for finding new stuff. You have the maps right there, which is really great. Although I don't think it's as robust of a GPS tool as some of the other apps. But yeah, it's got some weird stuff with like...Some of the information isn't always accurate. So don't trust it 100% is what I'm getting at. Margaret 09:54 Yeah, I have noticed that, that it never takes me to the right place to start a trail... Pat 09:59 See. Margaret 09:59 Which, i feel like it's just trying to keep me honest. It's trying to make sure I learned how to read maps right. Because it takes me to the wrong spot. But it doesn't do it when I'm like in the backwoods as much, right? Like backwoods is an exaggeration of the kind of hikes I do. Okay, no, no, I mean, because one of the things that I almost dislike about it when I started using it is I'm like...It's kind of like when I'm driving, and I used to drive without a GPS, and drive across the country and all that. And now I drive with a GPS and I know exactly how many minutes are left in my drive. It's a little weird that I have brought that into my hiking life I admit. But, I do like that there have been a couple times where I've been hiking and I'm like, "I don't know where this fucking trail is. Where the fuck am I?" And it's been like, "You're in the wrong place." And I'm like, "Thank God." Pat 10:56 Yeah. Good job, mapping tool. Margaret 11:01 Yeah, exactly. Pat 11:03 It's amazing now how the phones have replaced so many tools in my back country pack. You know, it's like, my camera, it's my GPS, it's, you know, I listen to podcasts when I'm hike. It's...Yeah, it's kind of cool. Very Powerful. Margaret 11:19 Yeah, no, I like it too. I used to hike around with an SLR [Big camera]. And I'm glad I don't anymore. Margaret 11:20 That's a lot of weight. Yeah. Margaret 11:32 Yeah. Okay, so how does it affect...You talked about like...One of the things that you said about working outdoors that actually seemed really interesting to me that seems really cool is that you don't have to take time away from your family to do it because it is the thing...You're combining the thing that you want to be doing and the thing you do for work. How else does it affect your life, working outside or even specifically working for the park service? Pat 12:00 Yeah. So you know, I have a family. I have a wife and kid at home. So...but where I work is, you know, it's a good couple hours away from where my wife and kid are. So it can be a little bit challenging at times. And I'm really lucky that I've got the situation that I do because my wife has a decent job with all the benefits and everything and I'm a seasonal employee. So I'm working May to October, and then I get like...and so in the winter months it's kind of worked out where I'm able to be a stay at home dad and take care of my kiddo. Yeah, it's pretty...It works out really well. And as she's starting school, I'm just transitioning to homemaker, which is kind of working out pretty nicely. I just get to bake bread and do the laundry and all that fun stuff. It's pretty great. Yeah, it's a good setup. But in the summers, I ended up being away from my family. I go home on my weekends. But, you know, I spend four days at a time out here in the back country and in the office. And, you know, it kind of stinks, but I'm out in the woods and I get so much family time in the actual winter that it it kind of evens out. Yeah. Margaret 13:17 No, I mean, it sounds like it has advantages over almost every office job. Like even though my parents came home every day, both of them worked easily 12 hour days most days. Yeah. Pat 13:32 And my wife's job allows her to travel in the summers. So they go and visit family. Like they're off doing stuff. So you know, the couple months where they're off doing those kinds of things, you know, it's not terrible. It lets me go off and do my own thing on my days off. So it works out nicely. Margaret 13:49 Yeah. What would you say for like...I'm obviously...I presume you can only speak specifically to the park service or whatever. But do you know much about like other outdoors jobs or like what kind of like...What would you say to someone who's like thinking about working outdoors? Pat 14:06 Yeah. So I've worked closely with some forest service stuff, forest service people. I shared an office with them for a couple of years. So, you don't just have to work for the government to work in the outdoors. You know, there are a variety of jobs working for federal or state agencies. You know, there's wildland fire. There's jobs that take you outdoors if you're interested in like biology. You know, there's people that go out and survey frogs and that's their whole...Their whole job is they spend the summers at alpine lakes just like doing frog surveys, which is pretty cool. But, there's also some of the non government jobs,. You know, there's guiding services. They're the folks that take people up those mountains like Denali and Rainier. They're private companies. That's a job that you can get in there. And also--it's not necessarily in the outdoors but adjacent to it--you know, all those national parks have concessions, you know, private companies that run the hotels and the shuttle services and all of that stuff. So you don't even necessarily like have to be a park ranger to like work in Yosemite or something like that, you know? You can be like a line cook and still live in the valley and be able to go day hiking in those gorgeous places on your days off. So... Margaret 15:30 Okay, so I actually first ran across you because I put out a call saying I'm interested in talking to people who work with search and rescue. And I had initially thought of--and I'll probably interview some other people about this, and who knows what order they'll come out, so maybe you're hearing this after I've already put out some other ones--But I was originally thinking about volunteer search and rescue, right, and the the groups that do it in different regions, but you do search and rescue as part of your work. And I wanted to talk to you about that, about what search and rescue is like. And just to...the reason I got really interested in thinking about this was I was thinking a lot about how search and rescue is a form of mutual aid that our society puts together and how there's been like--I guess every now and then people try and charge people for search and rescue services and then everyone gets really upset about it. This is like something I'm completely outside of. I just read articles every now yeah and then. So I kind of wanted to ask you about the field of search and rescue and your work with it. And what that's...What's been involved? Pat 16:31 Yeah, um, I am kind of...you mentioned it, pretty lucky in the search and rescue world in that I get a paycheck for what I do. The Park Service is unique in that it's part of like our enabling legislation to provide for the safety of our visitors. So most other places, it just goes to the county sheriff. That's just the default, the County Sheriff. They don't have the budget to have a paid search and rescue team. And there's always, always always volunteers, people willing to step up to help. Which is, yeah, kind of amazing. And yeah, it's pretty great. We don't ever charge for anything. My park owns a helicopter and we don't charge for pulling people out of places and lifting them everywhere. Yeah, it's a pretty cool setup that we're able to just purely help and not at all worry about money or anything like that. It's pretty great. It's interesting because you see it a lot just in everyday like back country interactions with, you know, non search and rescue personnel to where, you know, you get injured in the back country and complete strangers are going to help you no matter what. Like, you see someone on the trail, they will help you in pretty much any sort of issue you have. I do love that about that sort of wilderness aspect is that like, everyone helps each other. It's kind of great. Margaret 18:08 That is a...I think that's a really important point. We had a guest recently who's a wilderness guide in Arctic regions and how that work actually led him to understanding anarchism and non-hierarchical organizing was that realization of like, of some of the things that come up in the back country. And so this thing that you're talking about, about how everyone helps you when you're in the backwoods, I think about...Like, I'm a real weird looking person by most of society's standards. And if I am in most...If I'm in the back country, if I am on a hike anywhere other than kind of like a weird city trail or something, no one looks at me weird. Everyone just like nods like they do everyone else. And it reminds me...[Interrupted] Pat 19:02 Everyone says hello... Margaret 19:02 Oh, go ahead. Pat 19:03 I was just...Yeah, it's amazing. People just say hi. They wave. It's...You drive a dirt road and everyone waves. It's interesting. Margaret 19:12 Yeah. And it reminds me a little bit about what I hear about, and what I've had minor experiences of, of what happens in disaster, which is, you know, the main theme of the show, right? And I wonder whether it's just because when we're far away from civilization and like we...the alienation of society, or civilization, or whatever the fuck--I don't know what we call this--but, you know, the alienation drifts away when we're in these places that don't have as many structures in place or like...What do you think it is? Why is it...If someone's passed out in the street in a city, everyone walks by them, and it's like, "Oh, that person didn't take care of themselves. So fuck them." right?" Pat 20:00 Yeah, it's...You're absolutely right. It's an interesting phenomenon. I think it has something to do with when you're away from that safety net of society, when you're away from like, "Oh, an ambulance is just a 911 call away. Someone else will do it. Someone else has done it." When you're out there and you're...You know that, "Oh, I haven't seen anyone in two hours and here's this person who's injured." You know that like you are the only one. I think that's part of it. And also like maybe a sense of, "Well, I would want someone to help me in this situation." And I you know, when we're in the woods we we see ourselves potentially in more risky situations. I don't know. It is... Margaret 20:48 No, that that bystander effect....Go Ahead. Pat 20:50 No, I'm just, you know, it's that or it's just, you know, when you're away from all of this modern everything we've built, people just are how they naturally are, which is helpful and kind. Margaret 21:04 Yeah. And, and that's what's so interesting to me about it is that like because people talk about like--a lot of preppers, especially like the center-right preppers and things--will talk about backwoods skills as the most important prepping skills. And overall, I don't think that that's true. Although, I think backwoods skills are great and I'm personally trying to work on mine. But maybe it's like, they're getting the wrong things out of it, right? Like, I mean, it's cool to know how to hit squirrels with axes and skin them or whatever. But knowing how...Like returning to this, "We take care of us" thing, returning to this sense of like, "We're in this together," maybe that's the more important backwoods skill. Pat 21:52 Honestly, it's wild. You have, you know, just the interaction you have when you're just far enough away, where you're not, you know, close enough to society. Everyone's...everyone's really friendly. Yeah, it makes my job really easy. Margaret 22:16 Yeah, that makes a lot of sense. Yeah. I always have...Like, when I talk to park rangers of various types, they're usually fairly happy and not like smiling because they have to for work. Pat 22:28 Well, it's like a customer service job at its core, but you're talking with the crowd of people that are--like we were just talking about--gonna go out into the woods and say hi to every person they see. And they're like, going off and they're spending their free time to go do this. Like it's a very specific crowd of people. And it's very like, okay, yeah, it's gonna be...[Audio distortion with missing words] Very rarely do I ever have difficult interactions with people. Margaret 22:55 Yeah. So with search and rescue, I have a couple questions about it. Okay, one, the least...the most specific--sometimes I like to just ask the most specific question that's on my mind. Which is, so I carry...like when I hike I carry a Garmin inReach Mini 2. I carry an SOS device and a satellite communicator, right. And it's the most expensive thing on my fucking pack. It probably costs as much as the rest of my pack, but I like having it because I hike by myself. I hike by myself...well, with my dog. And this seems like overall a very good thing. I'm very glad I have it, but I keep wondering, especially like when compared with like smartwatches that can send SOS's and like now phones can send an SOS, are you all like buried under fake SOS calls now? Pat 23:46 So no. Not really. We haven't...I feel like it's just that like new iPhone I think that does that SOS, but I don't think we have enough of those out there just yet to really see a lot of that. But, the inReach is our--my goodness--like gold standard. Those things it's an absolute wonder how those streamline the search and rescue process and get people to the care that they need quick. Yeah, like there's numerous situations I can think of off the top of my head where an individual would have potential...would likely have have died if they didn't have an inReach. Yeah, that...I'm sold on those things. They're just the absolute best. And there's a different brands, not inReach specifically. There's a couple other varieties, you know. I'm not here to sell Garmin products or anything, but anything that you can press a button and call 911 is huge. Margaret 24:51 Right. They haven't sent us one for free. Okay, yeah, it's funny because ever since I bought the Garmin inReach I am on their like mailing list and so I get the like...like once a month they send a story of like, "This man survived because he...on a ledge for six hours because of his Garmin inReach 2." Yeah. And it's like clearly sales propaganda. But it's also true in this case. Pat 25:18 Just last year, we had an individual who was experiencing heat stroke, was getting like combative with the rescuers. They were in such a bad way. And if they had not had the inReach, they were like 15-20 miles from the nearest road. If they had not had that inReach for us to be able to get a helicopter there like quickly, it would have been a much different mission for us. So yeah, it's...Yeah, those things are amazing. Margaret 25:49 Yeah. So if you're listening, Garmin, send us free ones to give to our listeners.. Pat 25:59 Garmin kind of stinks because you have to pay a fee, like the monthly whatever, in order to pay for it. Like the best...The only like real benefit it has over some of the other ones is that you can send messages. But the other ones, I think Spot is a simple one, you just buy once and you don't have to pay things. You just like jam a button and it's good. Also most boats have them, so if you have access to a sailboat, you could probably find one Margaret 26:24 Okay, now that actually, that's funny. I mean, one of the things, the only thing I've ever used my Garmin for, right is the text communication and the...So for anyone who's listening, it's a small device. It's like, it looks like a miniature walkie talkie. It's smaller than my cell phone, but it's like chunky and it's a satellite communicator. I pay a monthly fee. I think it's like 10 bucks. You can pause it whenever you want. So, if you're not gonna go anywhere for six months, you can stop. And it gives you like basically a phone number that you can text anywhere you can see the sky in the world. And then you're paying, you know, 25 cents a text or I'm making that number up. I don't remember how much money it is. It's around that. And yeah, and so it gives you an SOS button, which calls for help and tells people where you are, or initiates communications with the responders. And it also just lets you...like it Bluetooths to your phone, or you can very slowly and annoyingly type on this like weird thing. It doesn't have a touchscreen. And so, one of the reasons I actually do like that model is that like, I don't want to interact with authorities unless I absolutely need to, right? And I absolutely will press the like "Please save my life button," right. But, there's a lot more situations where it's just like, "Oh, I'm gonna go be off grid for a week. It would be really nice to know..." Like, recently I was off camping in the backwoods. Well, not really the backwoods. I'm playing myself up. I was fucking...I was at Joshua Tree. I didn't have cell service and my aunt was in the hospital and I just wanted to know if anything happened to her. And so it was nice to know that I was able to be reached. Pat 28:20 Yeah. Yeah. And that's, that's huge. You know, I do a lot of solo travel too. And so it's nice to be able to--just because you can send your track as well. So you can send like, "Oh, this here, you can follow me on the website." And so like, you can just send a link and initiate your tracking. Like, "I'm gonna go off trail and scramble up this little peek here. Like, go ahead and follow along." It's kind of nice, nice reassuring, at least. But then you're connecting with that outside world, which takes away that part of the wilderness a little bit. Margaret 28:55 I know. I was gonna say that part of it. And I feel bad saying it, but like... Pat 29:00 It's true. Margaret 29:01 Everywhere has cell service now and I'm like not always glad. Pat 29:06 It's nice when you can't be...[Talking over each other] Margaret 29:10 Okay, well...Go ahead. Pat 29:11 I was just saying it's nice when you can't be reached. Margaret 29:12 Yeah. For anyone who is listening is wondering why the conversation...We both have shitty internet. So there's lag and that's what you all are listening to. Which, is the fun thing about two people in a rural situation and trying to record a podcast together. And so okay. So you go and you do search and rescue and I have two questions about that. I have more questions about that. Garmin was my like weird specific one. What are people doing? What are the main takeaways that you're learning that you see hikers or campers or all vehicle, all-terrain whatever...offroaders. Whatever. Like, what are people doing that puts them in these situations where they need rescue. Like what? What lessons can you impart to our audience from having seen people both live and die in bad situations in the woods. Pat 30:05 I think the biggest thing...So it kind of depends on where we are. If we're talking about like the close in day hiking trails, the folks that are just out for a vacation and like maybe doing a hike in flip flops. For that, we're looking at a lot of the basic like, you know, the dehydration, twisted ankles, things like that. You know, people that don't hike a lot are going out and suddenly doing a, what may be for them, a really strenuous hike. And so those sort of like, broken ankle dehydration, whatever medical issues, you know. Grandma doesn't really hike and she's suddenly climbing up some switchbacks and, you know, has some some sort of condition that that causes her to go down or something like that. So that's what happens kind of in the front country. In the back country, when you're like really a little bit deeper out into the wilderness, oftentimes, what gets people into the most trouble is they are overextending themselves. They are pushing past what they are really kind of capable of doing. Oftentimes, you get a lot of like the weekend warriors who maybe haven't done a ton of hiking, who really decide like, "I want to do this one hike, because I saw it on Instagram. And I've got to do it because it looks really cool." And it's way above where their skills are at. They maybe go on too hot of a day and they don't have enough electrolytes. And so we still get a variety of, you know, the whole gambit of issues that can arise when you're out in the back country. But usually, it all stems from pushing themselves beyond what they should do for their capabilities. Yeah, and then the occasional like, whoopsie daisies breaking an ankle. Margaret 31:57 So it's actually kind of the same thing as the front country? Pat 32:00 Yeah, I mean, you're right in a sense. I don't...Yeah, it's just more of...Yeah, you're right. It ultimately comes down to just going beyond what you're, you know, expecting yourself to go do more than what you're actually able to do. Yeah. Margaret 32:15 Yeah. Alright, so are the majority of things heat related and ankle related? Pat 32:22 Oh, yeah, those are the two big examples. Those are honestly, kind of the most often are lower leg injuries, you just you step wrong, and you mess up an ankle, and then dehydration, and like heat illnesses. That's like, probably a solid like 80% of what we see on a day-to-day basis. And those are all easily resolved. You know, they're the quick in and out a couple hours and it's done. Go in. Bring some electrolytes to someone. Bring them back up and you just walk out, make sure they're okay. Or if it's an ankle, quickly pop up there, and if they're close enough, give them some crutches and help them get out. Get into a litter and wheel them out if you need to. Margaret 33:06 Okay, so the reason that I'm like...the ankle thing. I watch way too much like hiking YouTube. I wear--just because I'm an old punk--I wear boots all day every day. I used to wear big stupid steel toed boots and hike in them. And now I wear like tactical boots because they have side zippers and they're lighter. And I like them more. Not aesthetically, honestly but for my life. But but all the hikers I know are all obsessed with trail runners. And everyone is like, "No one actually rolls an ankle. What are you talking about?" But you're telling me that people roll ankles? Pat 33:45 Yeah. The people that roll ankles are usually in boots, surprisingly enough. Margaret 33:51 Oh, shit. [Laughs a little manically] Pat 33:53 Yeah. If you're like using trail runners, oftentimes, you're like strengthening your ankles and allowing that movement in your ankle, you know, because like the trail runners usually coincides with lighter pack weight as well. So, you have less weight, less risk. We're able to actually like move with you rolling an ankle. So like, yeah, like I occasionally like step weird. My ankle twists. But like, I'm not locked into something where now all of my body weight is going to be over that. I can quickly adjust and like, be fine. But yeah, it's usually the boots that you're seeing the ankle injuries with. But like if it works for you, hike your own hike. I try not to judge people for their gear. But yeah, the trail runner cult is real and for good reason. Margaret 34:45 Yeah, you're a trail runner guy. Okay. Okay. Pat 34:48 I only wear boots in snow. Margaret 34:49 I mean, everyone I know who's actually an outdoors person. Pat 34:52 Yeah. That's trail runners. Margaret 34:55 Okay. Yeah, I mean, at least like, you know, I...my friend Carrot was on talking about ultralight hiking and thru-hiking and you can hear in that episode me slowly getting sold on light weight hiking. I've always been like a maximalist. Yeah. And then in my defense I'm like, well, I used to live out of a backpack. I like know all about carrying weight many many miles. I was 25 when I lived out of a backpack I am. There's that meme from Aqua Teen Hunger Force, "I'm a full 30 or 40 years old and I don't need this anymore." Yeah. Okay, okay. Pat 35:44 Join the future. Margaret 35:45 So you would overall suggest that lighter pack weight and trail runners might be a safer method than making sure that you carry everything that would be in a Dungeons and Dragons adventuring pack? Pat 35:59 Yeah, um, honestly, you know, people aren't used to usually carrying like 40 pounds on their back. Like, it's not something humans normally do on a day-to-day basis. Like 20 is like not that much different. And most people can move pretty much the same way if they've got 20. But with 40, you're like, you're lumbering. Much more prone to the trips and falls and not being able to place your feet quickly and nicely. So...But, okay, ultimately, it's, you know, there is a trade off of like you're carrying less stuff, probably less robust stuff, you're relying on doubling things up, multi-use stuff. So that's kind of like...It's a trade off. Margaret 36:48 No, and that's really interesting to me because like what we were talking about earlier about people taking care of each other in the backwoods, I was thinking about how camping and hiking and outdoor stuff, in a way, is like making a hobby out of a little apocalypse. You're going somewhere where you can only rely on what's around you, the people around you, and the stuff that you've brought, right. And so that leads me towards my like, vaguely maximalist...Like what I do now, is that like, my pack is a weird lightweight maximalism. I like still want...Like, I carry P-cord, right? And that's like not in an ultralight hike pack. But, I'm also not throug-hhiking. So I'm kind of like, whatever. Pat 37:39 Who cares? Margaret 37:42 But I don't carry like 50 foot of climb line, you know? And like, I'm not set to repel. I could repel in an emergency with my fucking p-cord. And it would be bad idea, but I would do it if I had to, right. Pat 37:56 Terrifying. Margaret 37:57 Yeah, no, I would double it up and then be terrified. Don't do...No one should listen to me. That's why I have experts on. Pat 38:04 Don't ever do that. [Laughing] Margaret 38:07 Okay, got it. All right. Everyone makes sure to repel with P chord. If you're not, you're not ultralight. So. Okay, so I expected the answer to be like, "What goes wrong in the back country?" I expected it to be like, people aren't prepared, right? Because I have this like, tendency to think like, "Preparedness!" and like... But what you're saying is that it's a different kind of prepared. People are overestimating their capacity rather than running into a problem that they don't have the wand of magic missiles that can solve or whatever. Pat 38:47 Most of the issues we see are not solved by some like gizmo that you carry. It's usually like your preparedness, your like physical ability, things like that, you know. Some little tool in your pack, like for the most part isn't going to prevent the issues that we see. Margaret 39:10 Right? Yeah. But sometimes they're fun. Like a walkie talkie. Pat 39:15 Oh, yeah, they're great. Margaret 39:22 Okay, okay. So while we're...Is most of what you're doing like day-to-day hanging out at a back country office or the office of...What do you do in your day-to-day? I should just ask that. Pat 39:39 So like about half of my days, I am behind the desk in the front country just chatting with people, pointing out day hikes. I issue permits for backpacking things like that. And I have my, I always got my SAR [Search and rescue] pack there ready in case something pops off that I can quickly go hustle up trail to help with. And then the other half of my time I am in the field, in the back country, hiking around, chatting with folks, making sure that they're not feeding the bears, and I get the point out cool flowers and frogs to people. It's pretty cool. Explore new routes. Try to find shortcuts into places for quick access for search and rescue teams. It's a cool job. Margaret 40:24 Does your back country pack include a full SAR setup? Pat 40:29 It does. Yeah, so I...But a full SAR setup isn't...I should correct that. It does not have a full SAR setup because I don't carry a helmet with me when I'm in the back country. And whenever we're on SAR, we've always got helmets. Margaret 40:46 Like, like the Team Wendy Bump helmets? Pat 40:48 Yeah, like climbing helmets because we're often like, doing off trail stuff in the dark in weird weather and they were getting way too many search and rescue personnel getting like head injuries. And the last thing you want out there is to like bonk your head on a tree. You know, head injuries bleed a lot. They're not usually scary, but like a cut on your forehead is like...looks scary. And so it's just too much to deal with in the back country. So we got to wear helmets, even when we're hiking for SAR. It's kind of silly. Margaret 41:20 So all hikers should wear helmets at all times. [Joking tone] Pat 41:23 Yes, that's what I'm saying. Margaret 41:25 Cool. Maximalism, that's what you're here to promote. So, how heavy is your back country pack? Pat 41:36 Yeah, um, I actually got it loaded up right here because I'm heading out after this. But it is...Right now. It's probably about 25 pounds-ish. And that's loaded for three days with overnight gear, food, extra SAR stuff. SAR stuff isn't that much more in addition. It's just a little bit more robust things. Like I carry a bunch of like hand warmers. I carry just extra radio batteries, a big heavy duty like tarp emergency blanket, and then just enough layers where I can like stand outside all night long and not need shelter. Other than that, eye pro, ear pro, gloves. [Eye and ear protection] Not much different that you really need. Any like specialized equipment is coming to you. Or you would start out from the trailhead with it. Margaret 42:36 I see. So it's not like you're carrying the larger first-aid kit? Pat 42:41 No, I mean, I've got a decent sized firstaid kit, but most of the time my first-aid kit is for me. And when I'm treating, when I'm helping someone, I'm using their first-aid kit, and I've got some extra stuff for like bigger injuries. But for the most part, I'm like if you're injured on the trail, I'm finding your first-aid kit and I'm going through that first. So it there's like a cool specialized band-aid that you like, make sure that you put that in your first-aid kit. Margaret 43:15 Okay, everyone needs a full suture kit. And everyone needs at least three Sam splints. [Joking tone] Pat 43:25 Sam splints are great, but they're just so big. Margaret 43:28 I know, they're never in my pack and I always sort of wish it was, but it never is. It doesn't...Even my maximalism doesn't put my Sam split in my my pack, but I'm not like a medic. Pat 43:41 It's funny you mentioned that suture kit. I actually have a story about someone carrying a suture kit in the wilderness and it working out well. Margaret 43:49 Oh, okay. [Surprised] Pat 43:50 They...It was in Boy Scouts and we were out hiking and one of the adults with us was a dentist and like way maximalist over packed. He had like an 85 pound pack, but he had a full suture kit. And lo and behold, someone fell and like gashed their knee open like incredibly deep. It was like a big bleed. There he was, sewing right up on trail. Margaret 44:13 Hell yeah. Pat 44:14 it was pretty cool. But I don't know if it was worth all of that extra weight. I mean, it was I guess but... Margaret 44:21 Yeah. I am so...I love talking to people about this because I'm so torn between my...like I mean the main pack that I carry, I just go day hiking most of the time right now and car camping. Currently, I used to basically backpack for a...not a living, but you know I lived out of a backpack, right? Pat 44:44 You're a professional backpacker. Margaret 44:47 Yeah. And now I just have like a day hiking pack and it has, you know, it probably has more stuff than I need, but I'm not pushing myself super hard on how long I'm hiking. I have a dog with me who provides a natural limit into how much I can hike. I can't push myself too hard. I actually don't go out too much in the summer, frankly, because my dog does not like the heat. He is a cold weather dog who loves the snow. I have bad news for him about the coming world. But, I am a little bit maximalist. And so I try. I'm trying so hard to pare it down. And it's so hard. But okay. All right. So....Oh, I have so much more I want to ask you about SAR. Do you know much...Like do you all ever work with volunteers when you do SAR? Like, do you have like...Okay, so most of the SAR calls you get are like someone like calls in and it's like, "I fell. My ankles fucked. I can't walk home," and whether it's someone on a switchback in the front country, or whether they're 20 miles in or whatever, do you like? Like, how often is it? It was...I mean, I don't know, it's almost like...I mean I'm not going to put this in the title, so it's not clickbait. But like, how often is it like, "Oh, shit, we have to get there in time, someone's dying, or like, you find corpses or all the gnarly intense stuff? Margaret 46:21 Okay. So, only hike with a helicopter. Bring a helicopter with you in your maximalist pack. [Dry joking] Pat 46:21 Usually...usually every day, there's something small happening. Small meaning like, "Oh, someone twisted their ankle a quarter mile trail from the visitor center." Every...it's usually probably three or four every summer, big ones, that have a big outcome, like where it ropes in a lot of folks and ends up being a kind of a big incident. Usually at three or four. But they can also resolve incredibly quickly too. So you can have a major thing that is from the time of knowing about, it's within an hour, it's completely resolved. You know, if you have a helicopter around and someone's like impaled with an ice axe or something like that, we can quickly get them out to a hospital like within an hour if we have if we have a rush. Yeah. Pat 47:27 Yes. Bring a helicopter. [Dry joking] Margaret 47:33 Okay, and then okay, so I want to ask--I guess I asked a version of this--but it's like okay, so you're mostly saying like, bring electrolytes and don't push yourself too hard. Are there other things that people like get wrong or even sort of get right about about backpacking or about just like spending a bunch of time in the outdoors whether it's day hikes or not? Pat 47:56 Yeah, I think what people can get wrong is that like tunnel focus on the destination of like, "I have to get here because Alltrails says that's a cool hike. And it says it's moderate. So I have to do it." That's the same light vein of thinking of like people pushing themselves. Where people get right is folks usually have like their ten essentials like people usually have like a backpack, and like a water bottle, and some way to treat water, or something like that. Most folks these days have like the navigation. They've got Alltrails on their phone. They've got ways to get away like get around. So we don't see too many folks getting lost these days, at least in my current park, which is kind of nice. Margaret 48:44 Yeah that's cool. Because I only read...Like I read some article about how the ski slopes have like...Local cops near a ski slope have stopped responding to the like Apple Watch "This person fell." Pat 49:00 Oh, gosh. Margaret 49:01 Because there's like something about skiing that sets it off on your watch or something, you know? Pat 49:09 Wow. Margaret 49:10 And so I like have mostly read about the like, here's how technology is like, making some things like more complicated and worse, but it makes sense to me that...Yeah, I don't know. It's easy to...I don't get lost anymore. My phone tells me where to go. I mean the closest I've come right as you you go hiking and you're like, "Shit, I didn't charge my phone enough," or like or I always assume that in my day pack, I have a spare battery. And then like one day I was like, "I apparently didn't bring my battery in my pack," you know? So I died. No, I clearly didn't. But no, it's cool to hear that people are getting lost less. And even I think that that also even applies to the like outdoors as mini apocalypse type thing, is that it helps to like know that there's certain...I mean, obviously we rely on certain technologies that may or may not work in different situations, right? Like if we're entirely reliant on cell service and cell service is no longer available or whatever. I am trying to think of what the, what the other thing is...I feel like there's...Okay, well, one, I want to ask you what water filter you use, what water treatment system you use? Pat 50:34 I use a Sawyer. Sawyer Squeeze. Put it right on my little water bottle. I like literally have my pack right here. Margaret 50:44 Yeah, no, I got really excited when you said that because I...I like, I make fun of how like preppers always, like, nerd out about gear. But it's just impossible not to. If you get involved in a hobby, or an interest, at some point, you're going to be like, "But what did you use?" Like, you know? So...But having a way to do it. Yeah, like Sawyer Squeeze...Sawyer is what I use when I lived off grid at the beginning of the pandemic and needed to filter all my water. Pat 51:16 They're great. They're cheap. Can buy them in any outdoor store. Kind of nice. Margaret 51:24 Yeah. All right. The sad question. Maybe the answer isn't sad. How have you seen, working at one place for 10 years...I assume...Whatever. I think you've been there for 10 years. Pat 51:36 I've worked in two different parks. But yeah, ten years. Margaret 51:39 Okay. How has climate change affected? Like you see the outdoors every year? What's been changing? And what are? What are people around you saying and thinking? Like, how seriously are people taking it? And what's that? Pat 51:58 Yeah, we all kind of collectively acknowledged that, especially like the group of seasonals that are like that I'm like working with, we all kind of acknowledge that, like, "Yeah, we get to be frontline watching these places go through the changes for, you know, climate change. We're going to be like, documenting these in our patrol reports of like, how the snow melt is different from year to year and what the new normals are. And it's kind of a weird, like, yeah, like, somebody's got to document it. And so we're, we're here for that. And it's yeah, it's, it's sad. It's like a collective like, "Oh, shit, we're gonna see this place, these places change. And we're going to, we're going to be documenting that, and recording that, and being that that data collection," at least from like, firsthand accounts, so...You know, it's tough when we're just, you know, we're just little patrol Rangers. We don't have really much power other than just communicating to people. That's one of the things I like to talk about. And I like point out things on a map is like, "Oh, yeah, do you see this, like this glacier was here. And now it's way up here. And it's receding this much every year." Yeah. So we have that power to communicate with people. But it's, it's a tough part of the job. Let's put it like that. Margaret 53:25 Yeah, it...I don't know. Climate grief is a....At some point we need and episode on climate grief. Because it's something that like we all sort of avoid thinking about, even when you're like doing preparedness. Like part of the point of doing preparedness, from my point of view is to like avoid thinking about like how things might go. What have been people's responses, like, do you run across...Are most people....? Because if you hang out on Twitter, anytime someone says, "Hey, this is the hottest day ever. This is a problem." You have like 50 blue checkmarks, who may or may not be real people, being like, "Everything's seasonal, you idiots." Like do you run across those people in like a 50/50 to regular....people who actually understand what's happening. Pat 54:11 No, the vast majority of people that I talk to about that stuff....First off, I'm talking usually to backpackers. So it's usually like a certain crowd of people, and like National Park backpackers as well. There's also like a selective crowd. And so most people are like acknowledge the reality of climate change and recognize like, "Oh my gosh, this is a changing landscape now." Occasionally, though, I get the person that is like, "Oh, climate change. That's...These glaciers, they always grow and shrink. What are you talking about?" And it's, it's a delicate manner, you know, to talk my way out of that one because I'm in uniform and everything. Margaret 54:58 Yeah, you don't just like pull a gun and chase them out of the park? [Joking] Pat 55:04 That'd be nice. I'd be like, "What are you doing here? Why are you here? Go away!" No, I have to be friendly and I don't know, show them pictures of wherever glaciers used to be. Margaret 55:16 No, that makes sense. No, it actually, I mean, I actually...I think if anything is gonna get us out of...Well obviously, there's no stopping climate change, right? Like there's mitigating the worst impacts, both in terms of the level of change and how that change affects us. But like, we're well past the like...We're like, actually in it now. You know? But I do think still that like getting people...Like changing people's minds, it still actually matters. And it's still actually...You know, there's this counter inflammation program that's designed to destroy the fucking Earth and we have to counter it. And okay, but I have a non climate change related question. And it's the last one I have on my list and then I'm gonna ask you if you have anything that I should have been asking you. What can folks...You deal with a lot of different people coming in, and you talked about different people overestimating their levels of ability and stuff. And sometimes, when I run across like outdoorsy stuff, there's like this macho culture of like, who can do the most vertical feet? And who can, you know, walk the furthest in the worst climate? It's actually almost cool that the weird macho thing about gear is to have us be lighter instead of heavier. But..which is the opposite of what I what I would expect it, you know? But, how can people of different levels of ability...like one of the things I like about...We didn't really talk about the problems at the Park Service. I think that that's just a thing? Pat 57:06 That's a whole conversation. Margaret 57:11 Right? You know, the Park Service comes from a very bad place. And so does all of the United States, right? And... Pat 57:19 Yes. Margaret 57:19 You know, like, you talked earlier about like private versus public. And, you know, and it's like, is giving yuppies a safe taste of the wilderness for a private company like more ethical than working for the federal government? I don't actually think so. I think everyone has to do different things in order to survive. But...Well, actually, I guess I'm now bringing that up. If you have anything you want to say about that we could talk about. You don't have to. Pat 57:38 I don't mind. Yeah, it's it's tough. You know, I love these places. It's not my land, though. You know, I'm on indigenous land. This is where I work. And it's, it is a tough aspect to kind of try to reconcile because I love my job. And these, I'm happy these places are protected. But also, like, I don't know, if...Like, you know, I'm white. Like, I don't know, if I should be the person in the back country telling people not to step on the wildflowers, you know? I'll do it because the job is there. And honestly, I couldn't imagine doing something else. But if that land got returned to the indigenous tribes, tomorrow, I would be all for it. You know, it's, it's at the edge. It's a tough one to reconcile. And they're starting to make moves. You know, just the other day, got to go through all of our little laminated maps and sharpie out one of the names for a lake because it used to be a really offensive name for Indigenous women. And now, it's not that anymore. It's like a local indigenous word for grandmother. And it's like, "Wonderful! I get to cross this out and write in the new name on this map." Like, that's fun. But also, you know, it's still not the tribe's land anymore. So, I don't know. It's tough. Margaret 57:44 No, it makes sense. And I mean, when I think about the National Park Service, I think about a lot of really negative things and then I also think about how like as when I was doing forest defense, the National Forest Service is part of the Department of Agriculture and national forests exist federally not to be protected but to be harvested. And any like people use, or nature use that--and people are nature but you know--that comes along the way is like a byproduct. Pat 59:05 Yeah. Margaret 59:09 You know? And yeah, that's the...It's weird because the park services are like, parts of them and more some of them more than others, are like theme park for nature. And there's like all kinds of complicated things. But it's also like...I remember at one point, I was in Yosemite, and I was like on a raised walkway to go see some falls. And I'm like, "You know, it fucking rules that these falls are wheelchair accessible." Like, that's cool. And it's interesting to me that there are people working to try and figure out how to balance, access and preservation. And so even though it comes from the....I don't know, whatever. I'm not trying to be like, "The park service is great," right? But it's just like, it's fucking complicated. Pat 1:00:44 Yeah, exactly. It's, you know, you make the parks really accessible and then that degrades the quality of the resource in the that solitude in that wilderness aspects if there's a parking lot with 1000 cars, or you know, 200 people on the trail. But also, like, it's great that people can get out to these places. That is the...Yeah, give a park ranger a beer and ask them, "How do you balance access versus preservation?" and that's a that's a whole podcast series right there. Margaret 1:01:18 Yeah, no, I would totally listen to a podcast series that both talks about the weird fucked up place that the parks come from, and like the way that they do all this bad stuff, but then also, they're complicated, like...I remember being in a national park run cave and this little kid was like, "Why can't we go in that part of the cave?" And the Ranger was like, "Because there's a bat sleeping." And the kid was like, "Well, what if I want to go in anyway?" And the Ranger looks at this like little kid and is like, "If it's between you and the bat, the bat gets the cave and you don't." Like, watching the entitlement strip away from this little kid's eyes and I'm like, yeah...I don't know. Well, okay, and this actually gets into the thing that I was going to ask as my question, which is, um, what can people different levels of ability do? Right? If you try to get involved in, in, not necessarily working outdoors but like, engaging with the outdoors and you're not like, totally able to just immediately--I mean, I can't fucking hike like I used to. I'm not trying to fucking go...Like, I walk seven miles and up 2000 feet, and I'm like, "I am fucking done." And my dog is like, "We are done." You know? But like, what can people do? Like...how make more accessible? Pat 1:02:44 The best way to really get started if you don't have that experience and really want to avoid that pitfall of like, "I'm going to do this hike because I saw a guide book that says I should do this hike. So I've got to do it." It's just be completely flexible with not getting to whatever the destination of the hike is, you know? Choose something small to start off with, you know, and only do a couple miles, and set a time to like turn around. Say like, "I want to hike for two hours and turn around in one hour," regardless of if you get to the destination or not. And really try to change your mindset from the point of the hike being to get to the viewpoint or to get to the cool cave or whatever, to being the point of the hike is to like stop and see the little things along the way. Some of favorite days are like cloudy, rainy days because I'm not looking for views on those days. I'm like, focused down on like how the rain and the water makes the moss look different or changes the coloration of the wood grain and things like that. You know, rocks look a lot cooler in crummy weather. So I think like changing your mindset to like, "I'm not hiking to get somewhere. I'm hiking to be in nature," can really change like your mentality of, "I don't have to push myself to get to that place. Because just around the corner, there might be a cool thing to look at," and like really sit and explore and like look closely. Margaret 1:04:19 Yeah, okay. Pat 1:04:20 That's my advice is to treat it like a walk in the woods before a trek. And you'll eventually get better and more fit and more experience to be able to push on and do more extreme stuff. Margaret 1:04:36 I like that a lot. Okay, well, that's, that's my questions. Is there like a question you wish I had asked you or like final thoughts or anything? Pat 1:04:44 No, I think the biggest thing is that folks should get out and hike and push yourself, but have a backup plan and make sure that you don't get in over your head. Drink your electrolytes. It's hot. Margaret 1:05:06 Yeah. What electrolyte do you rep? What do you pack? Pat 1:05:12 The gold standard is the that Liquid IV brand, just because it's like four times as much electrolytes than the other stuff. It's also really expensive. So like the knockoff store brand version of that, I've found it like a Safeway has been...It's been okay. Yeah, okay. Margaret 1:05:34 Alright. Well, everyone go outside, or don't, but probably do. See the world while it's still around? I gotta admit, that's been a big part of it for me is I'm like, "But I haven't seen everywhere." Pat 1:05:53 Yeah, I want to see it before that doesn't happen there anymore. Yeah, it's tough. Go touch really faraway grass. Margaret 1:06:08 Yeah. Well, do you have anything that you want to promote or push? Or do you want people to follow you on the internet or support any given program or thing? Pat 1:06:20 I wish I had thought about this before recording, but I don't...I don't like having an online presence. So don't try to find me online. You can't. But yeah, go for a hike. And touch some grass that's really far away. That's my advice. That's what I'm gonna plug. Margaret 1:06:41 Hell yeah. Margaret 1:06:47 Thank you so much for listening. 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Amanda is an Australian park Ranger whose career has taken her from the turquoise blue coast of South Australia to the broad red deserts of Central Australia and now the subtropical rainforests of the East Coast. She loves having the best job in the world in which she gets the opportunity to fight fires, monitor threatened species, use chainsaws and heavy machinery (aka fun toys), audit and hike long distance trails, occasionally fly across the landscape in a helicopter, and (the greatest privilege of all) work with Traditional Owners looking after Country. Well, that and clean toilets of course, can't leave that out. Inspired by the many Rangers she has worked with in her career, and with no film making or expedition experience, Amanda set off on a new mission on World Ranger Day (July 31) last year called Walking the Thin Green Line Oceania. Over 366 days, through 8 nations and across 3 oceans, Amanda will travel over 80,000km meeting Rangers and recording their stories in a documentary. She will also hike more than 1500km to honour the more than 1500 Rangers killed in the line of duty since official records began in 2009. Amanda will be raising vital funds for the Thin Green Line Foundation's Oceania Fund to support Ranger led projects around the Oceania region. Amanda will complete her epic self-funded journey on World Ranger Day this year on the southernmost point of mainland Australia at Wilson's promontory National Park after more than 35,000km of driving, close to 200 Ranger interviews, more than 25 terabytes of footage, dozens of walking trails and peaks, over 30 flights, more than a dozen boats and ferries, 8 sim cards, 2 Garmin inReach's and more illnesses than you can count on one hand. *** Don't miss out on new episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast that are released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! 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Thank you for your support! *** Show notes Who is Amanda Working as a Park Ranger on the East Coast of Australia Being a passionate conservationist Not being scared of doing her own things Her passion for the environment and getting people excited about it Wanting to encourage women and young girls to pursue their dreams Her early years and growing up wanting to be a geologist Being sports and enjoying spending time outside Her journey to becoming a Park Ranger Starting work as a fine dining chef Learning about the slow food movement in Italy Being involved in the ‘Youth Food Movement' 2008 Wanting to do more to contribute to the world Going to The University of Queensland, Brisbane to study Natural Resource Management Doing a course called - Protected Area Management Being inspired by Rangers and the work they were doing South Australian Graduate Ranger Program What do Park Rangers do - in Western Australia Walking the thin Green Line Preparation and planning for the Expedition The Thin Green Line Foundation, Australia How the idea came about Hiking 1,600km by the end of her journey to reflect on the 1,600 rangers who have lost their lives while serving The goals for the expedition and what she wants to achieve Spending 366 days on the road Starting on World Ranger Day - 31st July 2022 and finishing on World Ranger Day 31st July 2023 World Ranger Conference 2024, France The Route Map Planning, logistics and financing the expedition Connecting with people and getting tips and advice from film makers Starting with a map, crunching the numbers and figuring out what the weather was doing The challenges and obstacles with planning along the way Only being able to plan a few weeks in advance and dealing with the stress that brings Self funding the challenge and receiving financial support from her sister and other family members Losing sponsorship due to floods in Eastern Australia and needing to make alternative arrangements Feeling comfortable taking calculated risks Being all in and knowing the financial risks Meeting incredible people on the journey Speaking to Rangers and filming them for the documentary Visiting Papua New Guinea, Indonesia The connection between rangers What's going to happen over the next 6 months Having a 3 year plan Making a documentary about the journey and wanting to share the stories Going back to work full time work in August 2023 The lessons learned from the trip Becoming the first ‘Ranger Ambassador' for the Thin Green Line Foundation The unique challenges faced by female rangers The importance of having women involved in conservation How to connect with Amanda Final words of advice Why you should consider working in conservation especially in Protected Area Management Social Media Website: www.walkingthethingreenline.com Instagram: @walkingthethingreenline Facebook: @walkingthethingreenline The Thin Green Line - “A global not-for-profit organisation that provides support to rangers, because rangers are the frontline professionals protecting wildlife and the natural world. 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Our guest, Kyle, tells his story of falling while solo hunting, hitting SOS on his Garmin InReach, and being rescued by helicopter. As a listener of this podcast, Kyle had heard similar rescue stories before and he knew some of what to expect after hitting SOS. Hear Kyle's whole story, the lessons hear learned, and how he found redemption in the backcountry. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast
A review of the Garmin InReach - a great way to keep up with family and friends along the way. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Garmin InReach Mini (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3VwWKvE ZOLEO Satellite Communicator (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3I49Xt3 Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Prefer to read? Check out How We Offered Tracking - https://www.fit2sail.com/countdown-to-cruising/2022/12/16/how-we-offered-tracking. Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig
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Bailey and Brad sit down as the 2022 season is coming to an end and touch on some memorable moments from the season. They also end the podcast with talking about the importance of their Garmin Inreaches, and why the have become such valuable tools while they are hunting up in the mountains! Links: Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/adirondackbucksandbeyond Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adirondack_bucks_and_beyond/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRLfdq5ga879c6nguOyfhvA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bailey-winch/support
Topics: -Sam talk more about is trip off the grid. -On Joe's recommendation, he got himself the Garmin InReach satellite phone. -He talks about his quest for all 50 states. -Joe brings up a major delay in voicemails coming through on iPhone. Sam is elated to hear it because it's been happening to him for a long time. Jerry has seen this as well. They are all on AT&T… -Helping friends and family with basic issues can be tricky at times. -Joe recommends Omni Disk Sweeper to help find large files taking up space. Jerry talks of running as root to access otherwise inaccessible files. -Jerry also mentions Grand Perspective. A big point he mentions is allowing Full Disk Access. -One of Joe's client found her Carbon Copy Cloner external volume and accidentally began working on the clone. -Carbon Copy Cloner has some automation features that Jerry uses with his Synology. He especially loves running clones while recording the show. -Joe talks about using a simple script with the tmutil command to resolve Time Machine issues. He also uses Addigy to deploy this to problematic computers. -Jerry has a client that falls for the typical phishing scam, this time pretending to be Best Buy with the intent of giving her money.
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Episode 350 ~ November 3, 2022 Podcast Info / Topics Sean gets the winter camping gear out for the first camp of the year. He also gets the canoe out for the last paddle of October. Have you ever wondered how many times people push the SOS button on their emergency location device? Garmin InReach […]
Episode 350 ~ November 3, 2022 Podcast Info / Topics Sean gets the winter camping gear out for the first camp of the year. He also gets the canoe out for the last paddle of October. Have you ever wondered how many times people push the SOS button on their emergency location device? Garmin InReach […]
What is going on at SatMap ..... head torches for the darker nights and who has been pressing the SOS buttons on Garmin's inReach devices? In this month's podcast – SatMap - update As we go into the darker night's upon us we are going to look at head torches With Garmin hitting 10,000 Garmin inReach® SOS Incidents we look at how they are broken down Andy's top tips SatMap update After we told the world what was going on at SatMap back in August it's great to SatMap have chosen to now tell their customers. In the last month, our phone has been hot with people asking what their options are going forward. So who are SatMap Andy and what where the main benefits of this GPS unit? So here we go lets quick fire a few questions – Will SatMap Expedition continue? – SatMap software systems Will their app continue Have you got any spare batteries? Will you be getting any more batteries in stock? What will happen when my current battery fails? Do you have any accessories? – Yes, carry cases, lanyards, backplates, quadlock accessories Are SatMap/ or you going to be able to get any overseas mapping Can you still get tech support from SatMap Are SatMap still honouring their warranties? Headtorches With the clocks changing last weekend I see the Mountain rescue teams have, rightly, started a large campaign telling everybody they should be carrying a headtorch, as you can easily be caught out now the nights have drawn in. We are not going to review headtorches (I will link to an article doing this in the show notes), but wea re just going to discuss the main things to think about when looking at headtorches – Brand 2. Lumens – off set between brightness and battery life Battery life Battery type – rechargeable batteries, disposable batteries and hybrid Boost mode – some headtorches have this feature Weight How waterproof – as they will be on your head, whatever the weather Other extras some have – rear light on back etc Best budget headtorch and price? Nebo 750 – 250 lumen weight 110g, IPX4– We like the boost of 750 lumen looking further down the trail – 250 lumens 5hrs £28.99 Best top-end headtorch and price? Trail Runner free 400 lumen – weight 119g , IPX5– We like the Unclip of battery pack when cold to increase battery life and takes weight away, red led on back when running, intelligent twin beam long and close, higher ip rating than Nebo, 400 lumens 2hrs - £68.99 Both have low setting to increase battery when not needing standard Nebo 15hrs 80 lumens Silva15hrs 50 lumens Top tips for using a headtorch – Practice – like anything the more you use it and get to grips with it, the more familiar you are with it Have as low (brightness) as you can get away with Carry spare batteries/ headtorch Change/ charge your battery if you know you are going to be using it Store it in your rucksack somewhere where you know it is, easy to get access to 6. Keep Spare batteries close to body to keep warm will improve performance For more information read the full article online here Garmin inReach – last month Garmin hit hitting 10,000 Garmin inReach® SOS Incidents – we look at how they are broken down - What is Garmin inReach? With inReach satellite technology from Garmin and a satellite subscription, you can stay in touch globally. You can send and receive messages, navigate your route (Not messenger ), track and share your journey and, if necessary, trigger an SOS to get help from a 24/7 global emergency response coordination centre via the 100% global Iridium®satellite network. - What GPS units/ products have inReach technology built in? Handhelds GPSMap66i, 86i, Montana 700i, 750i InReach Mini1 & 2, New Messenger What are people doing when they trigger an SOS? An overwhelming 39% of SOS triggers come from adventurers who are out hiking or backpacking.
Today Buddy has some great stories from his moose hunting trip with his son Bradley as well as new Garmin products that have us really excited! As we all know, things don't always go as planned when in the field. Buddy recaps the pursuit, second chances, and shows off his epic moose calling abilities. The guys also talk about the new Gamin Messenger, the newest product in the InReach lineup as well as the new Garmin Messenger app! Make sure to check back in for a follow up episode diving deeper into the Garmin Messenger.
Two-way satellite communicators and GPS Training In this month's podcast – A bit of a theme running through this month's podcast with the launch of 2 new products in the last few weeks Zoleo – Two-way satellite communicator Garmin inReach messenger – launched in the last few days GPS in the Hills – we will look at what this is and the areas we are covering in it GPS courses – 2023 dates in place Andy's top tips So, without a further a do let's get on with this month's GPS Training Podcast Zoleo – Two-way satellite communicator What is it? ZOLEO connects with your phone or tablet to provide seamless global messaging that follows you in and out of mobile network coverage — plus added safety features you can count on worldwide including industry-leading SOS alerting features. Message anywhere over satellite, mobile network and Wi-Fi SOS emergency alerting with 24/7 monitoring and progress reports Check-in to let others know you're OK Share your GPS location Garmin inReach messenger – launched in the last few days Compact/ Rugged design Two-way messaging Garmin Messenger app Check in messages Trackback routing On device display InReach weather Battery life – 28 days Safety charging – for mobile phone SOS Location sharing Comparing these two very similar products – which is best? Garmin Positives against Zoleo More standalone eg small screen allows selecting of pre-set messages, typing a message, viewing weather data , receiving & viewing messages – do not necessarily need phone paired Screen has basic trackback arrow Better Battery Smaller lighter No charge for preset messages Messenger app works seamlessly for message to come either via mobile data or Satellite Reverse charge to phone – make sure you have USB C to phone cable with you Against compared to Zoleo Min Safety package £12.99 annually contract or £14.99 for month by month freedom does not include tracking £0.10 per point need to really use tracking you would want to us recreation package £24.99 annual contract or £34.99 for month by month Zoleo min package £18.00 + £4.50 location share Zoleo min 3 months then can suspend but £3.50 a month for suspend Costs £40.00 more than Zoleo Harder to transfer between family members than Zoleo To message you friends do need to install Garmin messenger app having said that easy to use app Zoleo Positive against Garmin Designated email address and number, giving number to contacts they do not need any apps unless they want to track you Very easy do unpair from phone and give to another family member to use and pair £40.00 cheaper With tracking you can use the £18.00 + £4.50 add on, although less messages than Garmins mid package you would save £2.50 per month Less features potentially some customers my find easier to use – one simple check in button Potentially bigger patch antenna in testing messages using satellite very quick need to test against Garmin to compare Good range of accessories for carrying – car mount GPS in the Hills – we will look at what this is and the areas we are covering in it This course is for those who have been on our two-day Garmin GPS Training course. If you have been on a course in the last 5 years and have not been given a discount code (which halves the price of this course) please do get in touch with us. The week leading up to the course - Live Zoom tutorial taking you through the route planning process. If you are unable to make this there will be a recording available. On the day- straight out onto the hill - - Following the pre-planned route - Looking at the different navigational experiences for a route, track, and course - Trackback - we will do a trackback taking us back the way we came - Creating a route directly on the unit - Managing an emergency situation - what options do ...
In today's gear short episode of the Backpacking Light podcast, we're going to talk about the brand new Garmin inReach Messenger and how it fits into the broader market of satellite communications devices for backcountry users. To view the show notes for this episode, click here.
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• Derek details his epic week-long wilderness adventure bear hunt. • Secrets to e-scouting with OnX before an out-of-state hunt. • Tips and tactics for hunting fall black bear. • Pro tip for using the Garmin inReach. • How to adapt to adversities when things don't go as planned. • Derek gets his truck stuck deep in the backcountry. • How to overcome the unexpected challenges of being in the wild. • Derek drops his bear with a perfect broadside shot….but there's so much more to the story! [UNCENSORED] by GoWild kicks off your week with shameful nonsense, inappropriate convictions, and unfiltered tales from the woods, waters and whatevers. [UNCENSORED] is a behind the scenes look at our adventures, failures, wins, embarrassing moments at trade shows, hilarious tales from the warehouse, and a good rant or three about the most recent tyranny from the Dark Lord of the Sith himself. JOIN GOWILD AND GET $10: http://downloadgowild.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Video Version: https://youtu.be/cUpGdPtOB98Planning your first backpacking trip can be daunting. However, in this week's episode, I will show you how in just four easy steps. So let's get to planning! You can do this!Hello there! My name is Craig thenaturalmedic. On this podcast, I help you build the skills, understand gear choices and review trip destinations in a budget-friendly manner to help you enjoy the outdoors safely. I primarily focus on hiking and backpacking, but I am certainly not limited to those topics. Instead, I try to give you the best possible information based on my own experiences and opinions from my decades of outdoor adventure travels. Thanks for being here!I try to keep active on social media in addition to my podcast. Plus, you can find my support links here: https://campsite.to/thenaturalmedicadventuresAny products I mention or promote you can check out below. You should assume any links below provide me some sort of compensation. If you click these, it helps support the channel at no additional cost. Thank you!Video/Podcast edited using descript. Find out more here: https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Sqa-bwVideo optimized using tools from Tube Buddy. Find out more here: https://www.tubebuddy.com/thenaturalmedicMore info on the Garmin Inreach is here: https://youtu.be/6xsNUdne3moCopyright FourGreen LLC, 2019-2022.Support the show
Mark Wardlaw joins the conversation this week as we talk about a crazy week of elk hunting in the backcountry of Colorado and what made him push the SOS button on his Garmin InReach. Episode Notes:Wardlaw's hunting rootsReissued CO Elk TagsGoing solo in the backcountry Muzzleloader bull at 11 yardsHorse crash on the cliffSOS in the backcountryThe rental horseThe Hunting Roots podcast is brought to you by OnX Hunt - www.onxmaps.com
Steve and Mark answer your listener questions. Being just one week out from Steve's Dall Sheep hunt in Alaska, they answer a listener question comparing Steve's previous sheep hunting experiences for Dall in Alaska and Bighorn in Idaho. Next, they answer a question about the people, processes, tools, and prototyping involved in developing and producing Exo Mtn Gear packs. They also discuss making your own dehydrated meals for the backcountry and share some resources to get you started... - https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/126 - https://www.backpackingchef.com/ - https://www.v2pnutrition.com/dehydration-guide Finally, they talk about the Garmin InReach and why where you carry it matters. LEAVE A MESSAGE FOR THE SHOW: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry PODCAST ARCHIVE: https://exomtngear.com/podcast Become an Exo Insider: https://exomtngear.com/newsletter Contact Us: podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast
Anne-Marie returned from her first week long river trip last month down the San Juan River in Utah. I sat down with her to talk about her experience. What rafting was like for her and her family. It is quite the process to plan and prepare. Is it worth it? Listen in to find out what it was like for the Gardiner family.Anne-Marie is married with 2 kids. They are busy traveling, camping, riding bikes, skiing and now rafting! She is also an Astrologer. I can't encourage you enough to get a reading from her. Enjoy Anne-MarieShow Notes:Anne Marie AstrologyHow to do a private river trip?Private river permit info:Planning food for a private trip:Garmin InReach for texting communicationsBlackwell Realty GroupSupport the show
In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks, ranger-led tours, road trips, camping, backpacking, gear, relationships, and pretty much whatever anyone wants to ask us. In this episode, we cover these topics: · A brief description of the Garmin InReach satellite messenger device. · Shower/bathing options for a listener planning a two-week camping trip to the California parks. · Must-see things to do and see for a listener's upcoming trip to Joshua Tree and the Channel Islands. · Which parks have a shuttle from a regional airport to the park. · Where we would go if we had 5-6 days to spend in Southern Utah. · Which month is best to visit Denali National Park. · And hiking hat suggestions from Karen, who always looks so cute in her Instagram photos. Subscribe to The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and if you've enjoyed our show, please leave us a review or rating on Apple Podcasts. Five-star ratings help other listeners find our show. Follow us on Instagram at @mattandkarensmith, on Twitter at @mattandkaren, on Facebook at dearbobands, or check out our blog at www.mattandkaren.com. To advertise on The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast, email us at mattandkarensmith@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
0:00 INTRO0:38 SPONSORS1:01 DISCLAIMER1:11 SHOW START1:49 OVERLAND NEWS2:16 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe4:30 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ7:55 MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL411:12 Defender 30th Anniversary Edition12:09 Grand Canyon National Park13:41 Austrian climber missing on Denali 16:19 Lake Mead National Recreation Area 80s murder17:20 Three Mountain Lions killed on Flathead Lake's Wild Horse Island18:52 500-pound black bear “Hank the Tank”20:21 Minnesota's Moose population21:33 RANDOM LISTS22:03 Top Festivals and State Fairs for Overlanders29:53 WAYPOINTS30:07 Tips for Garmin Satellite Communicator——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Hey yall! We cover all things trail communication on this episode. We talk a lot about Midland, since we partnered with them for some testing on LJ's Moab trip. We also expand out to Garmin Inreach and Starlink to go full circle COMMS! Hope you enjoy!
Going overseas, heading off-grid, birdseye, and transferring .gpx files onto a Garmin GPS watch. In this month's podcast As many of us are venturing overseas again we look at - Overseas mapping - Official or TOPO Active/ OSMWe then will discuss going off grid – and using the - inReach mini/ inReach mini 2 We discuss the - End or Garmin's Birdseye VouchersWe will look at some training videos we have put together for those wanting to do a long-distance trail, whilst using a Garmin watch, either an Instinct or Fenix, to navigate with – Concentrating on the planning process you will need to go through.And then finally we have - Andy's top tips So, without a further a do let's get on with this month's GPS Training Podcast 1. Overseas mappingIt's nice to be back on this subject after the last two years – Garmin unitsOSM – Open Street/ Open-sourced maps – £19.99 - £29.99- Very much like Garmin's Topo Active maps - more here about TOPO ACTIVE maps v OS maps - Great if overlaying a .gpx file, as walking a long-distance trail etc Official maps - £73.99 - £138.99 - Garmin's ‘official' maps for each of the countries - We usually get then in around 7 – 14 days SatMap units – we are currently struggling to get overseas maps, but hopefully we will get a solution to this in the next few weeks, fingers crossed. To find out more about the new GPS Store > Maps 2. Going off grid – and using the - inReach mini/ inReach mini 2 What are the inReach mini's Not just a SOS button Already got a GPS device unit – what benefits does the inReach mini it give you To find out more about the range of Garmin inReach mini devices please go to our website – GPSTraining.co.uk > GPS Store and then – Two-way satellite communication 3. The next thing on this month's GPS Training Podcast - End or Garmin's Birdseye Vouchers 4. The next thing we are going to look at on this months Podcast is how we can plan a long-distance walk and get the info onto your GPS watch This subject and solution has come about after plenty of discussions in the GPS training office. The problem, if you are walking a long distance trail and you want to download a .gpx file and edit it into your day sections what's the best way to do this. What is a .gpx file? If you are using a handheld unit with OS maps how would you do this? Why can't you do this if you are a watch user? 1.5 hours to load the Fenix TOPO Active maps in BaseCampCan't edit in the online version of ConnectCan't edit in the online version of Explore So, the solution – BaseCamp with open-sourced maps on Export .gpx file into Connect To find out more and see the solution we have created some videos in the online resource – our online training platform. Please just go to gpstraining.co.uk > Click on Online resource, on the top menu bar. When you are on the online resource click on – Courses > GPX Library 5. The next thing on this month's GPS Training Podcast is Andy's top tips - Units with Topo Active Maps – + you have OS mapsView maps in GB Maybe cycling or in city etcSetup – Map – Configure Maps make sure any worldwide dem, Topo Active all enabled – touch screen, 66s coloured tab, disable any maps on micro card eg topo pro 1:50k, North Scotland, South Scotland, West England, East England North England Etrex22/32 – Setup – Map – Map information With Digital Maps Change Detail – Advanced Setup – Detail from Normal to higher level NB If you are updating Topo Active Maps on etrex22/32/Touch, Montana 700i or 750i you will need a separate 16gb Card they can take several hours make sure computer sleep modes off To find more top tips please do sign up for the GPS Training online resource, this is packed full of video top tips. Go to our website – gpstraining.co.uk and click on the – Online resource – on the top menu bar And Finally Jon leads Many thanks for listening to this month's Podcast.
Going overseas, heading off-grid, birdseye, and transferring .gpx files onto a Garmin GPS watch. In this month's podcast As many of us are venturing overseas again we look at - Overseas mapping - Official or TOPO Active/ OSMWe then will discuss going off grid – and using the - inReach mini/ inReach mini 2 We discuss the - End or Garmin's Birdseye VouchersWe will look at some training videos we have put together for those wanting to do a long-distance trail, whilst using a Garmin watch, either an Instinct or Fenix, to navigate with – Concentrating on the planning process you will need to go through.And then finally we have - Andy's top tips So, without a further a do let's get on with this month's GPS Training Podcast 1. Overseas mappingIt's nice to be back on this subject after the last two years – Garmin unitsOSM – Open Street/ Open-sourced maps – £19.99 - £29.99- Very much like Garmin's Topo Active maps - more here about TOPO ACTIVE maps v OS maps - Great if overlaying a .gpx file, as walking a long-distance trail etc Official maps - £73.99 - £138.99 - Garmin's ‘official' maps for each of the countries - We usually get then in around 7 – 14 days SatMap units – we are currently struggling to get overseas maps, but hopefully we will get a solution to this in the next few weeks, fingers crossed. To find out more about the new GPS Store > Maps 2. Going off grid – and using the - inReach mini/ inReach mini 2 What are the inReach mini's Not just a SOS button Already got a GPS device unit – what benefits does the inReach mini it give you To find out more about the range of Garmin inReach mini devices please go to our website – GPSTraining.co.uk > GPS Store and then – Two-way satellite communication 3. The next thing on this month's GPS Training Podcast - End or Garmin's Birdseye Vouchers 4. The next thing we are going to look at on this months Podcast is how we can plan a long-distance walk and get the info onto your GPS watch This subject and solution has come about after plenty of discussions in the GPS training office. The problem, if you are walking a long distance trail and you want to download a .gpx file and edit it into your day sections what's the best way to do this. What is a .gpx file? If you are using a handheld unit with OS maps how would you do this? Why can't you do this if you are a watch user? 1.5 hours to load the Fenix TOPO Active maps in BaseCampCan't edit in the online version of ConnectCan't edit in the online version of Explore So, the solution – BaseCamp with open-sourced maps on Export .gpx file into Connect To find out more and see the solution we have created some videos in the online resource – our online training platform. Please just go to gpstraining.co.uk > Click on Online resource, on the top menu bar. When you are on the online resource click on – Courses > GPX Library 5. The next thing on this month's GPS Training Podcast is Andy's top tips - Units with Topo Active Maps – + you have OS mapsView maps in GB Maybe cycling or in city etcSetup – Map – Configure Maps make sure any worldwide dem, Topo Active all enabled – touch screen, 66s coloured tab, disable any maps on micro card eg topo pro 1:50k, North Scotland, South Scotland, West England, East England North England Etrex22/32 – Setup – Map – Map information With Digital Maps Change Detail – Advanced Setup – Detail from Normal to higher level NB If you are updating Topo Active Maps on etrex22/32/Touch, Montana 700i or 750i you will need a separate 16gb Card they can take several hours make sure computer sleep modes off To find more top tips please do sign up for the GPS Training online resource, this is packed full of video top tips. Go to our website – gpstraining.co.uk and click on the – Online resource – on the top menu bar And Finally Jon leads Many thanks for listening to this month's Podcast.
We look and review the new Garmin inReach 2 and the Garmin Instinct 2 GPS watch, plus Andy's Top Tips. In this month's podcast We look at the new Garmin inReach Mini2We then look at the new Garmin Instinct 2 series of GPS WatchesAndy's top tips 1. The first thing on this month's Podcast is a look at the Garmin inReach mini 2What is a Garmin inReach mini? Contract needed for it to work – like a mobile phone contract We have had the Garmin inReach mini (1) for a number of years,now we have the inReach mini 2 The key differences – Battery Life Trackbacks Navigational experience on the Garmin inReach mini 2 Digital Compass Multi-GNSS Garmin Explore App Compatible with other Garmin devices To find out more about the new Garmin inReach mini 2 go to our website – gpstraining.co.uk > GPS Store > Two-Way Satellite Communication 2. The next thing on this month's podcast is another new product from Garmin – the Garmin Instinct 2 watch What is a Garmin Instinct GPS Watch? Four models Battery Life Garmin Pay Connect IQ Store Built-in Sports Apps VO2 Max Recovery Time MTB Dynamics Sleep monitoring Respiration tracking Fitness Age Intensity minutes Women's health tracking The Instinct 2 & 2s ranges are still packed with all the great original features of the 1st Generation Instinct watches.Multi-GNSS support Follow a Course ABC Sensors Trackback Routing Mark a Waypoint Safety and tracking FeaturesSmart notifications Wrist-based heart rate Stress Tracking To find out more about the range of Garmin Instinct Watches please go to our website – GPSTraining.co.uk > GPS Store and then GPS Watches 3. The next thing on this month's GPS Training Podcast is Andy's top tips Fenix Watches not displaying in Finder on Macs -Garmins watches that now use MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) this tends to be the watches that can have music stored on them such as the Fenix 6 range are not being detected in Finder by Macs, this is due to Apple being compatible with MTP transfer protocol, whether apple will change this in the future we don't know but from MAC forums a free to use programme that lets you see the Fenix watch on your Mac to manually copy and paste files to can be downloaded from - www.android.com/filetransfer InReach mini 2 – Battery safe Tips Brightness lower to save battery – Pwr button once – scroll down to Brightness Ok, up down arrows lower or increase 25% normally fineSettings – System – Display – also has brightness + Timeout 15, 30 secs, 1 min etc Settings – Tracking - Activity Recording Standard better battery, high detail better for more accurate track back but more batterySettings – tracking – Send interval – Off - 10, 20, 30 mins, 1hr , 2hr, 4hrSettings – System – GPS , GPS Better battery , Multi GNSS more accurate , quicker fix but more battery To find more top tips please do sign up for the GPS Training online resource, this is packed full of video top tips. Go to our website – gpstraining.co.uk and click on the – Online resource – on the top menu bar And Finally Many thanks for listening to this month's Podcast.If there are any subjects you would like to cover in future Podcast's, please do get in touch – ASK US SOMETHING!Give us a call especially if you are thinking of a new GPS unitPlease do look a look at both our physical GPS courses and also our webinars, just go to GPSTraining.co.uk and click on – GPS Training courses.Please do tell your friends about the podcast and GPS Training and encourage them to subscribe to it on whichever Podcast app they are using.AND don't forget to give us 5 star rating on iTunes and Google Podcasts, for Android users, just look in the Playstore and download this app, search for the GPS Training Podcast and subscribe to it.If you can also snazzy review on whatever platform you listen to us on it would be appreciated.
We look and review the new Garmin inReach 2 and the Garmin Instinct 2 GPS watch, plus Andy's Top Tips. In this month's podcast We look at the new Garmin inReach Mini2We then look at the new Garmin Instinct 2 series of GPS WatchesAndy's top tips 1. The first thing on this month's Podcast is a look at the Garmin inReach mini 2What is a Garmin inReach mini? Contract needed for it to work – like a mobile phone contract We have had the Garmin inReach mini (1) for a number of years,now we have the inReach mini 2 The key differences – Battery Life Trackbacks Navigational experience on the Garmin inReach mini 2 Digital Compass Multi-GNSS Garmin Explore App Compatible with other Garmin devices To find out more about the new Garmin inReach mini 2 go to our website – gpstraining.co.uk > GPS Store > Two-Way Satellite Communication 2. The next thing on this month's podcast is another new product from Garmin – the Garmin Instinct 2 watch What is a Garmin Instinct GPS Watch? Four models Battery Life Garmin Pay Connect IQ Store Built-in Sports Apps VO2 Max Recovery Time MTB Dynamics Sleep monitoring Respiration tracking Fitness Age Intensity minutes Women's health tracking The Instinct 2 & 2s ranges are still packed with all the great original features of the 1st Generation Instinct watches.Multi-GNSS support Follow a Course ABC Sensors Trackback Routing Mark a Waypoint Safety and tracking FeaturesSmart notifications Wrist-based heart rate Stress Tracking To find out more about the range of Garmin Instinct Watches please go to our website – GPSTraining.co.uk > GPS Store and then GPS Watches 3. The next thing on this month's GPS Training Podcast is Andy's top tips Fenix Watches not displaying in Finder on Macs -Garmins watches that now use MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) this tends to be the watches that can have music stored on them such as the Fenix 6 range are not being detected in Finder by Macs, this is due to Apple being compatible with MTP transfer protocol, whether apple will change this in the future we don't know but from MAC forums a free to use programme that lets you see the Fenix watch on your Mac to manually copy and paste files to can be downloaded from - www.android.com/filetransfer InReach mini 2 – Battery safe Tips Brightness lower to save battery – Pwr button once – scroll down to Brightness Ok, up down arrows lower or increase 25% normally fineSettings – System – Display – also has brightness + Timeout 15, 30 secs, 1 min etc Settings – Tracking - Activity Recording Standard better battery, high detail better for more accurate track back but more batterySettings – tracking – Send interval – Off - 10, 20, 30 mins, 1hr , 2hr, 4hrSettings – System – GPS , GPS Better battery , Multi GNSS more accurate , quicker fix but more battery To find more top tips please do sign up for the GPS Training online resource, this is packed full of video top tips. Go to our website – gpstraining.co.uk and click on the – Online resource – on the top menu bar And Finally Many thanks for listening to this month's Podcast.If there are any subjects you would like to cover in future Podcast's, please do get in touch – ASK US SOMETHING!Give us a call especially if you are thinking of a new GPS unitPlease do look a look at both our physical GPS courses and also our webinars, just go to GPSTraining.co.uk and click on – GPS Training courses.Please do tell your friends about the podcast and GPS Training and encourage them to subscribe to it on whichever Podcast app they are using.AND don't forget to give us 5 star rating on iTunes and Google Podcasts, for Android users, just look in the Playstore and download this app, search for the GPS Training Podcast and subscribe to it.If you can also snazzy review on whatever platform you listen to us on it would be appreciated.
Family travel adventurer Karilyn Owen, from NoBackHome.com, shares her love of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in California. Find out why you should look beyond Yosemite to these lesser visited National Parks. Tamara also shares a some new attractions in New York City that you should check out if you are planning a visit soon. About Karilyn Owen Karilyn, the founder of the popular family travel blog No Back Home, is a writer, photographer and influencer sharing her family's adventures at home in Southern California and around the world to inspire other families to get out and explore, even if it's just in their own city. Karilyn and her nature-obsessed 11 year old focus on hiking, backpacking, camping, hands-on learning and seeking out the world's beauty wherever they find themselves. Karilyn has traveled to 50 countries on her own and to 35 with her son. Follow Karilyn on Instagram. Read Karilyn's blog posts about: Kings Canyon Scenic Byway Camping in Kings Canyon Visiting Sequoia National Park in the winter Sequoia National Park in one day Tips for Visiting Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks Sequoia and Kings Canyon are actually two separate national parks, but they are operated together They are south of Yosemite and many people will extend a trip to Yosemite to include Sequoia and Kings Canyon, but they have enough to make for a good stand alone trip, even for multi-generational families They offer huge sequoia forests, granite canyons, and rivers If you wanted to fly out for a trip, the largest major airport would be Los Angeles (LAX) and it is about a 3-4 hour drive from there. You can also connect and fly into Fresno, CA Sequoia is good to visit any time of year and you can go snowshoeing and you can drive all the way into the park (in the summer you need to take shuttles) You need to visit Kings Canyon in the summer as the road that goes through the park closes after the first snow. Giant's Highway which connects the two parks is also closed in the winter. The roads generally open in late spring, as early as April and as late as June, depending on the snow You can drive from the Giant's Forest area of Sequoia to the main tourist area in Kings Canyon in about one hour, although it is another hour into the Canyon If you are doing just these two parks, you will want to stay three days or longer, especially if you are visiting in the summer when you are spending more time waiting for shuttles Some people will do Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia in one week The must-see places in Sequoia are: The Congress Trail - about 3 miles through the forest Morro Rock - climb up about 430 stairs to the top, sometimes people like to do this for sunrise Mt. Whitney is the highest mountain in the continental US but you need a permit to climb it as part of the John Muir Trail Big Trees Trail is great for kids because it is a boardwalk with signposts explaining the life cycle of the trees Topakah Falls - there aren't sequoias but it is a great trail that has a waterfall, you can see wildlife, and it isn't as crowded In Kings Canyon do Mist Falls trail, but not in the early season because the rivers are too high Sequoia and Kings Canyon don't currently require reservations to enter the park or permits for hikes beyond the John Muir Trail or backpacking Favorite camping sites: Camping is the best for both parks because the nearest towns are about 45 minutes away (without traffic) Sentinel Campground, open mid-May-September is best in Kings Canyon Lodge Pole in Sequoia is a good spot for families with plenty of amenities In the winter, stay in Three Rivers, near the entrance of Sequoia, and there are places to explore in town If you want to stay outside of Kings Canyon, there are Airbnbs in small towns outside of the park but the biggest large town with hotels would be Visalia, CA, about an hour - an hour and twenty minutes away If you are driving an RV or camper van, there are limitations on lengths/heights for both parks that you should check ahead of time before you go or book a rental A food truck called Gorilla Quesadilla in Three Rivers and a restaurant in Visalia that is delicious and large portions that make everyone happy Visalia is a great town because there are more restaurant options (there aren't any places inside of the parks) and you can also take an orange grove tour There have been a number of forest fires in recent years so you may want to avoid August and possibly September, and follow the National Parks on social media to get updates about smoke or park closings When you are visiting make sure to follow the Leave No Trace principles and bring in recyclable materials that you can easily pack back out because garbage is limited in the parks There are a lot bears in the park (especially Sequoia) so make sure to make a lot of noise as you are hiking, but luckily they are generally not aggressive. Make sure to store all food in bear lockers Bear spray is not allowed in the California National Parks There is not good cell service in the park so you may want to invest in a GPS tracker like a Garmin Inreach device Make sure you bring in enough water and food in case of an emergency Karilyn loves wearing wool and has been wearing a Wool And dress every day for the last year
On this episode, we welcome back Jonathan Skinnider to the podcast, who shares with us his most recent backcountry skiing adventure near Nelson, British Columbia. Setting out for a beautiful day of backcountry skiing with a friend, Jonathan took a fall in a secluded mountain basin– ultimately breaking his ankle. Luckily, Jonathan had set up his Garmin inReach, a satellite communicator, the day before heading out to the mountains, enabling him to easily alert Search and Rescue, who ultimately deployed a helicopter rescue. Learn more about Johnathan's backcountry rescue and the training he had previously completed that had a hand in his calm approach to the situation. An electrifying experience, backcountry expeditions pose inherent risks; thus proper preparation and education are imperative. Tune in as Jonathan narrates his exciting experience and shares with us his tips and tricks for backcountry adventures. Share your backcountry adventures with us on Instagram @10Adventures!
Video version: https://youtu.be/6xsNUdne3moTraveling alone while backpacking has its share of challenges. In this week's episode, I will review the Garmin Inreach mini and tell you what you need to know about the device. There are many satellite communicators on the market today. I will share why I chose the inreach mini and explain its setup in plain terms.Hello, there. My name is Craig, aka thenaturalmedic. My mission with this podcast is to help you be safe while enjoying the outdoors. I appreciate you being here. As always, please subscribe for more content like this. Consider supporting me on Patreon to create more great content like this! Here is the link: https://www.patreon.com/thenaturalmedicadventuresFollow me or see what I am up to on all my social media and other links here: https://thenaturalmedic.contactin.bioAffiliate Links for this video (we may earn a small commission if you follow these links and make a purchase at no additional cost to you; it helps support the channel!)Video/podcast edited on descript. Follow this link to learn more and get started for free: https://www.descript.com/?lmref=Sqa-bwWant to pick up a Garmin Inreach Mini for yourself, follow the link below!https://amzn.to/3fFv59s#garmininreachmini #inreachminireview #solobackpackingThese links should give you some great ideas. Again thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe.Copyright Fourgreen LLC 2019-2022.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thenaturalmedicadventures)
Una aventura por "terra incognita", una expedición o un viaje inusual? Seguro que te has plateado si los dispositivos de localización tipo Spot o Garmin Inreach se adecúan a lo que tú neceitas. Para solventar todas nuestras dudas tenemos con nosotros a Balen, de eltalerdegps.com y a David, del podcast El Internet de las Motos. Además, hablamos del 75 aniversario e Montesa y rememoramos la concentración e Marbella a principios de los años 90, con sus sorteos fuera de serie. Y sorteamos una noche de hotel en La Posada de Toribia, al lado de Astorga. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals
Two amazing people - Brett & Liz Siegel from @ouroverlandlife tell us how they experience their incredible life living off-grid and on the trail fulltime! Brett and Liz have been friends of ours for several years now and its always a great conversation with them! We talk about products they use, trail experiences, ambassadorships, favorite regions they've explored, "Ladies Night CampOut" with Jillian Rebekah, and much more! A truly awesome interview and one you won't want to miss!
Four friends set off to climb Mount Rae. A 4.9 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Kananaskis Improvement in Alberta, Canada that features a beautiful forest setting and is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. On the descent, one women slipped and fell and wasn't able to self arrest in the snow. Ultimately, she pressed the SOS on her Garmin InReach and what ensued was a heroic heli rescue. Listen in to all four perspectives of this accident. Two of the women who were there, the rescuer and even the heli pilot all share their perspective from the day Vi broke her neck. This podcast is produced by Ashley Saupe and backed by the American Alpine Club. Episode sponsors include Rocky Talkie, Garmin, and Desert Mountain Medicine. Get 10% off Rocky Talkie radios at www.rockytalkie.com with code SHARPEND Become a Patreon: patreon.com/thesharpendpodcast! Buy a Sharp End top: https://www.bonfire.com/sharp-end-tops/ Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thesharpend Poke around my shiny NEW website: www.thesharpendpodcast.com
Jes Scott and Erica Ellefsen set out to travel 80km from Mt. Washington to Flower Ridge over eight days. Their goal was to climb eight of Strathcona Park's tallest and most remote mountains. Strathcona Provincial Park is the oldest provincial park in British Columbia, Canada, and the largest on Vancouver Island. They wanted a trip that was physically demanding but less scary than their usual mountaineering trips. Listen in to this episode to hear what went wrong during their traverse and how their Garmin InReach device was the tool they needed to get rescued. You can read more about this accident on Jes's personal blog: https://webelongoutside.com/2020/08/a-long-traverse-in-strathcona-park-where-many-things-go-wrong/ This podcast is produced by Ashley Saupe and backed by the American Alpine Club. Episode sponsors include Rocky Talkie, Garmin, Wilderness Medicine Reference App and Desert Mountain Medicine. Sign up to win the Garmin InReach Mini on Instagram by tagging a friend AND sharing one thing you learned from this episode. I will do the drawing May 15th. Good luck! Get 10% off Rockie Talkie radios at www.rockytalkie.com with code SHARPEND Become a Patreon: patreon.com/thesharpendpodcast! Buy a Sharp End top: https://www.bonfire.com/sharp-end-tops/ Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thesharpend Poke around my shiny NEW website: www.thesharpendpodcast.com
On today's episode, Part 1 of a 2 Part Roundtable discussion takes place in New Mexico including the Match Director, ROs, Competitors, and a Sponsor of the 2021 Rim Rock Hunter Challenge. Dusty Brixner, Blake Milford, John ‘Babyface' Proop, Garett ‘G-Baby' Alcock and Dustin Coleman joins host Travis Ishida, the day before the match, to have a good conversation about the weekend's events. They are at Wild Out Pro's hunting lodge called The Cock House Lodge, and all will be heading to the Gomez Ranch the next day for the start of the NRL Hunter match. NRL HUNTER, a division of National Rifle League (NRL), is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings a combination of ethical hunters and conservationists together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Learn more about NRL Hunter, the Rim Rock Hunter Challenge, mindset going into the match, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:26 – Roundtable Introductions 03:35 – Disclosure on Pre-Gaming the 2nd ever NRL Hunter match 12:20 – 2021 Rim Rock Hunter Challenge; Expectations, Plans, Strategies 31:39 – Mentality to Improve oneself; Owe it to the Animal 37:13 – Weight limits; Rifle Selection; Competition against yourself 41:49 – What do you want to Takeaway from the Match? 58:50 – Western Hunting vs East of the Mississippi; Eastern NRL Hunter matches 01:09:12 – 2021 Tennessee NRL Hunter Match 01:13: 29 – 30 second wrap up on the match Links – 2021 Rim Rock Hunter Challenge – https://nrlhunter.org/matches/21-02/ Wild Out Pro, New Mexico – https://www.wildoutpro.com/ Garmin InReach – https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/outdoor_recreation/satellite-communicators/c12520-c16841-p1.html 2021 Ridgeline Hunter Challenge (NH, June 26-27) – https://nrlhunter.org/matches/21-08/ 2021 Tennessee Long Hunter Challenge (TN, April 16-18) – https://nrlhunter.org/matches/21-04/ Loaner Rifle Program - https://nrlhunter.org/loaner-rifle-program/ If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S1 E9” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 17 March 2021
In this episode, we sit down again with Bruce Nguyen. We spoke to Bruce last November in episode 18 after his amazing Moab 240 finish. We asked him to come back to discuss his gear. Specifically, all the gear it takes to run and crew a successful 200+ mile multiday race. Bruce just returned from crewing his buddy Michael Li on his amazing JamOnTam200 Fatass, where Michael completed a record 21 repeats with over 56K feet of vert from the historic 1929 Lytton Square Clock in Mill Valley, CA to the top of Mount Tamalpais. This was also a shake-out for the new Ultra Taj Mahal (or UTM for short) which is Bruce’s new off-grid travel trailer that he plans to use as a mobile aid station at both Cocodona 250 and Tahoe 200. The UTM is equipped with a full-sized bed, shower, restroom, salon, and electric stove for some down-home cooking. It’s a major upgrade from sleeping on a cot in his family’s minivan. But don’t get too comfortable just yet. Mt Tam threw them a curveball of high winds, rain, and hail while summiting the second night. The UTM was only a few miles away and they had chosen to travel light. They had no rain gear and were forced to huddle in the ladies’ restroom at the summit for an hour doing jumping jacks as they waited for the storm to pass. Lesson learned…be prepared for that 2% chance of rain.Bruce is a busy family man and more of a weekend warrior. Through COVID he has relied on fat races and adventure runs to keep him challenged and trained. But don’t peg him just yet, his race planning is legit. Moab 240 2020 required detailed logistical planning. He spent many hours educating himself on the off-grid lifestyle and what he would need to keep his soda cold and his Elevated Legs Recovery Boots charged. Prepare for the worst. Mountain races have a good 20 miles between aid stations, and anything can happen. Bruce carries two emergency bivy sacks. You can sleep on them, crawl inside, or wear them as a poncho. Make sure your pacer has their own! Bruce also carries a Garmin InReach and his smartphone equipped with Gaia GPS app to keep him safely on the right trail. He also has been known to use walkie-talkies to give his crew a heads up of his arrival and start chatting about food options. Don’t forget to pack your drop bags with your DUPLICATE cold and wet weather gear. Yes, You Need DUPLICATES. Walkie-talkie your crew and they can run, grab your drop bag and have it ready at the UTM. Find out if your race moves/bounces drop bags forward. Keep several pairs of dry socks in your pack for river crossings. Oh, there is so much more… Remember Bruce’s motto: Have a plan but live in the moment and you will find Zen.Elevated Legs: Elevated Legs Recovery BootsGaia GPS: https://www.gaiagps.com/CalTopo: Home - CalTopoCocodona 250: cocodona.comTahoe 200: - Tahoe 200 Endurance Run Ultra---Your hosts: Greg Larkin / Mike Turner / Jessica HarrisArtwork/logo by Krista Cavender: https://www.kcavenderdesign.com/ | IG: https://www.instagram.com/kristacavender/Intro/outro music: Joseph McDade - Elevation: https://josephmcdade.com/music/elevationSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/themile99interview)
Lauren and her family self-sustain year round with their harvested wild game and produce. She joins me in this episode to discuss how she shares her passion for the outdoors and bird hunting with her son, gear and safety tips for hunting with a toddler, as well as her experience this past season as a first time bird dog owner. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 7:30 Growing up in a non-hunting home 9:00 Obsessed with the hunt 13:30 Drought affecting bird numbers 20:45 Covey shooting 24:10 First bird dog 22:00 Hunting with toddler 28:40 Safety tips for hunting with kids 38:55 Onx 40:30 Garmin InReach 41:00 Garmin Alpha 200i 41:30 Garmin 550 42:10 Getting kids use to wearing ear protection 47:30 Hunting while pregnant 52:00 Future plans with growing child 58:00 Being a first time bird dog owner 1:01:00 Claddagh Online Training Courses 1:02:50 NAVHDA 1:09:30 Lauren's favorite recipes 1:22:30 Focus for next season 1:23:10 Connect with Lauren --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women BigFrig: Coolers, Tumblers and Dry Boxes for Your Way of Life Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube ------------------------------------------------- Connect with Lauren
When we are getting outdoors, whether it's hiking, biking, fishing, camping, or any other nature adventure, it's important to remember that we are visitors in the homes of the wildlife who roam there. How much do you truly know about bears? Do you know how to avoid encounters? Do you know how to handle encounters you come across? Thankfully, Kim Titchener, owner of Bear Safety & More, gives us a rundown of what to do to protect ourselves and our families in bear territory. Some tips on the trail: -Keep children attended (do not let them run ahead) -Bear bells and music are not helpful -Use your voice regularly; more people are helpful for multiple tones of voices; the natural sounds of adventure, like branches cracking and footsteps is also helpful -Have a communication device with you (ie. Garmin inReach) -Each adult should have a can of bear spray (and know how to use it) Some tips before you hit the trail: -Let someone know where you're going and when you'll be back -Let someone know your vehicle type and license plate -Explore with ID on you This episode also briefly touches on defensive versus non-defensive bear encounters, and how and when to safely back away, versus make yourself intimidating (and, of course, get your bear spray ready). Links: -Join the RecSafe with Wildlife Community for free today - www.bearsafety.com or www.recsafewithwildlife.com -Scat Belt - Thank you for being a wonderful sponsor - www.scatbelt.com -Garmin inReach - https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/561269 Instagram Links: @bearconflicts @bearsafetyadventures @scatbelt
I've always been an advocate for riding with the Garmin inReach. A ride last spring solidified my beliefs about this device. The Garmin inReach Mini is a smaller, more compact version of the same device.
Bonjour, je suis Laurent et je vous souhaite la bienvenue dans ce nouvel épisode de Grand Largue, le podcast de la grande croisière et de la vie à bord d'un voilier. Si dans l'épisode de « reprise » j'indiquais que j'allai axer le podcast vers un plus grand nombre d'entretiens avec des navigateurs, je vais aujourd'hui traité d'un sujet plus technique. Simplement parce que le problème s'est concrètement posé ces derniers jours et j'ai du m'y intéresser et trouver une solution. La division 240 impose aux les voiliers français destinés à la navigation hauturière (comprenez à plus de 60 miles d'un abri), entre autres choses, une « radiobalise de localisation des sinistres ». En 2015, lors de l'achat du « Liane » j'avais trouvé une solution qui correspondait à mes critères. Or aujourd'hui ce n'est probablement pas la plus performante. Et je dois traverser la mer des Baléares dans sa plus grande dimension, soit 170 miles. Que faire ? Que choisir ? FindMeSpot pour les produits Spot https://www.findmespot.com/fr-fr/ Garmin Inreach https://discover.garmin.com/fr-FR/inreach/personal/ Irridium https://www.iridium.com/solutions/maritime/leisure/ Le centre de secours international GEOS https://www.geosresponse.com/ Retrouvez nous sur le groupe FB Podcast Grand Largue https://www.facebook.com/groups/416824668975062/ Et si vous voulez laissez un commentaire vocal, c'est possible en suivant ce lien https://anchor.fm/grandlargue/message
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Mike Herne joins us this week to talk about some new Garmin watches launching today! Garmin is launching a new line of watches supplementary powered by solar power. I reviewed the Garmin Instinct a while back from S&S Archery that I will link below. Garmin Instinct review -> https://www.rokslide.com/garmin-instinct-gps-watch-review/ Garmin Inreach and GPS Watches podcast -> https://www.rokslide.com/garmin-inreach-and-gps-watch-options-with-rob-mcconnell/ You can find Garmin watches at https://www.blackovis.com and https://sandsarchery.com/collections/gps-watches.
Lyn and Lacey Hoffman have spent the last few decades surviving in the backcountry during big game hunts. They’re sharing their hard-earned knowledge with you in this video, highlighting what gear you need, what gear you don’t, and what gear might just save your life. We also talk about how to plan your first big game hunt and how to approach hunting in Alaska. **Gearbox Talk is brought to you by GoWild**Download GoWild today. Join a community of shooters, hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts.http://downloadgowild.com/Gear Mentioned:Hilleberg Tents https://hilleberg.com/eng/tent/2-person-tents/Wiggy's Sleeping Bags https://www.wiggys.com/sleeping-bags/Havalon Piranta Knife http://cabelas.xhuc.net/L9rzjHalf Face Blades - Custom made https://www.halffaceblades.com/Garmin inReach https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-8864167-13733686?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbuy.garmin.com%2Fen-US%2FUS%2Fp%2F561269%2Fpn%2F010-01735-10&cjsku=010-01735-10Vortex Fury HD 5000 Rangefinder Binoculars http://bassproshops.vzck.net/A4GojCrispi Men's Boots https://amzn.to/3evFMJnLowa Women's Hiking Boot http://house.r2oa.net/r5BQQHoffman Boots https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=36738e53-3bd1-41a8-a87e-fb6d1550e0c8&website_id=443ffca1-13c2-4bb6-994c-9ea2ce7f499a&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bobwards.com%2Fhoffman-boots-mens-6-explorer-light-boots-165393WSI Sports Socks for warmth https://wsisports.com/products/heatr-socksDarn Tough Socks http://bassproshops.vzck.net/qPB4yWigwam Socks http://bassproshops.vzck.net/aE4nZHillberg Tarp https://hilleberg.com/eng/shelters/tarp/Black Diamond Headlamp http://bassproshops.vzck.net/XJKYaMountain House Freeze-Dried Meals http://bassproshops.vzck.net/ReW5gNature Valley Protein Bars https://amzn.to/381ztefMTN OPS Whey Protein http://bassproshops.vzck.net/L9WKZJetboil Cooking System http://bassproshops.vzck.net/A4a9KColeman 2-Burner Stove http://bassproshops.vzck.net/aE4OZSwarovski Spotting Scope http://bassproshops.vzck.net/XJKmaBarney’s Sports Chalet https://barneyssports.com/product-category/default-category/packs-bags/Glock 29, Sub compact 10mm
This week Chad and Jordan cover some of the gear that isn't essential for your outdoor adventure but it sure is nice to have. Whatever the adventure, hiking, hunting, or scouting you might want to think about taking some of these items with you. They come in very handy. The guys talk about trekking poles, cooking stoves, water filtration, sleep systems, the Garmin inReach, and a lot more. Check it out. BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies Group - Backcountry Rookies NationElk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast
This week Chad and Jordan cover some of the gear that isn't essential for your outdoor adventure but it sure is nice to have. Whatever the adventure, hiking, hunting, or scouting you might want to think about taking some of these items with you. They come in very handy. The guys talk about trekking poles, cooking stoves, water filtration, sleep systems, the Garmin inReach, and a lot more. Check it out. BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies Group - Backcountry Rookies NationElk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast
Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 32nd episode. In this month's we again have Ian and me Jon, both from GPS Training.Many thanks for all the feedback you sent after last month's podcast, number 31, about the interview I did with Paul Freeman, after he completed to Spine Race challenger event. I know I have had lots of emails on a number of you have been telling me on the courses how much you enjoyed it.Have you been up to much Ian over the past month? So, without further ado let's get on with today's podcast …… This month's Podcast we are going to look at - · Garmin inReach technology, what is it and what units can you get with this technology in. · We look at the different mapping options on both Garmin and SatMap GPS units. · We then have Ian's FAQ's, the frequently asked questions Ian has answered whilst supporting our customers or on some of the GPS Training courses he has been leading. To start this month's Podcast, we are going to look at Garmin inReach, this is the technology Garmin have that enables two way satellite communication. • Garmin bought a business called Delorme back in 2016 • Two-way satellite communicator, using the Iridium satellites, the same as a Sat Phone uses. • You can send both pre-set and text messages from the unit via satellites. • Initially Garmin just rebranded Delorme products, but over recent years we have seen the technology in new standalone products (inReach mini) and also in navigation GPS units, mainly the Garmin GPSMAP66i • SOS button – GEOS Worldwide, is an independent emergency response organization headquartered outside of Houston, Texas. Their high-tech underground facility is the central component in their International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC). That facet of their operation is somewhat self-explanatory. When GEOS receives a distress call, their IERCC department swings into action to coordinate an immediate and appropriate response. Sounds simple enough, but what does that actually mean? • GEOS also maintains a large network of offices around the globe in Perth, Marrakech, Paris, London, New York, San Jose, and Los Angeles. • You need a contract to get a Garmin inReach to work (like a mobile phone contract) and these start from £12.99/month but a little more for a more usable contract. I think we pay around £25.00/ month which is a good mid-range contract. • Contracts vary according to number of Text messages you want to send each months and if your tracking points are included in the contract or not. The interesting thing is that all pre-set messages are unlimited and also the SOS button works on whatever contract you are on Why, when going off grid is it important – mobile phone, cold temperatures, no mobile phone signal – personal experiences – 23% - top of The Cheviot 2 x runners Other products in the marketplace • Sole Walkers – SPOT SPOT 3 – Comes in at £119.99 – What is the SPOT? – Satellite GPS personal tracker – You have a number of pre-set messages you can send, you set these up yourself online and you can send to multiple e-mail and text numbers – Live tracking place – both online and in app – Contracts are a little cheaper – £17.99 for unlimited everything – You still get the GEOS SOS support – Lightweight and stunning battery life AND then last year we got the Spot X - £309.99 Two-way communication from Spot – NOT 100% worldwide experience BUT you can only send messages and not receive them inReach – Mini and GPSMAP66i There are currently three models – – Garmin inReach Mini – Tether with phone, GPSMAP66s, and Garmin Fenix watch Small and hard to input messages but use presets mostly and phone keyboard is best options for messages – Garmin 86i – For on the water Garmin GPSMAP66i – personal experienced There are still inRaech SE+ and inReach Explorer units still around but 66i is so much better
Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 32nd episode. In this month’s we again have Ian and me Jon, both from GPS Training.Many thanks for all the feedback you sent after last month's podcast, number 31, about the interview I did with Paul Freeman, after he completed to Spine Race challenger event. I know I have had lots of emails on a number of you have been telling me on the courses how much you enjoyed it.Have you been up to much Ian over the past month? So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… This month’s Podcast we are going to look at - · Garmin inReach technology, what is it and what units can you get with this technology in. · We look at the different mapping options on both Garmin and SatMap GPS units. · We then have Ian’s FAQ’s, the frequently asked questions Ian has answered whilst supporting our customers or on some of the GPS Training courses he has been leading. To start this month’s Podcast, we are going to look at Garmin inReach, this is the technology Garmin have that enables two way satellite communication. • Garmin bought a business called Delorme back in 2016 • Two-way satellite communicator, using the Iridium satellites, the same as a Sat Phone uses. • You can send both pre-set and text messages from the unit via satellites. • Initially Garmin just rebranded Delorme products, but over recent years we have seen the technology in new standalone products (inReach mini) and also in navigation GPS units, mainly the Garmin GPSMAP66i • SOS button – GEOS Worldwide, is an independent emergency response organization headquartered outside of Houston, Texas. Their high-tech underground facility is the central component in their International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC). That facet of their operation is somewhat self-explanatory. When GEOS receives a distress call, their IERCC department swings into action to coordinate an immediate and appropriate response. Sounds simple enough, but what does that actually mean? • GEOS also maintains a large network of offices around the globe in Perth, Marrakech, Paris, London, New York, San Jose, and Los Angeles. • You need a contract to get a Garmin inReach to work (like a mobile phone contract) and these start from £12.99/month but a little more for a more usable contract. I think we pay around £25.00/ month which is a good mid-range contract. • Contracts vary according to number of Text messages you want to send each months and if your tracking points are included in the contract or not. The interesting thing is that all pre-set messages are unlimited and also the SOS button works on whatever contract you are on Why, when going off grid is it important – mobile phone, cold temperatures, no mobile phone signal – personal experiences – 23% - top of The Cheviot 2 x runners Other products in the marketplace • Sole Walkers – SPOT SPOT 3 – Comes in at £119.99 – What is the SPOT? – Satellite GPS personal tracker – You have a number of pre-set messages you can send, you set these up yourself online and you can send to multiple e-mail and text numbers – Live tracking place – both online and in app – Contracts are a little cheaper – £17.99 for unlimited everything – You still get the GEOS SOS support – Lightweight and stunning battery life AND then last year we got the Spot X - £309.99 Two-way communication from Spot – NOT 100% worldwide experience BUT you can only send messages and not receive them inReach – Mini and GPSMAP66i There are currently three models – – Garmin inReach Mini – Tether with phone, GPSMAP66s, and Garmin Fenix watch Small and hard to input messages but use presets mostly and phone keyboard is best options for messages – Garmin 86i – For on the water Garmin GPSMAP66i – personal experienced There are still inRaech SE+ and inReach Explorer units still around but 66i is so much better
#019 - My wife, Stacy joins us for the first time on the podcast! We talk about having open communication, planning, and how to make sure everything is set before you go on a hunt. One of the best tools to help your loved ones feel safe while you're gone is a satellite messenger: Garmin inReach: https://amzn.to/2OrBN5E The 5 Love Languages Book:https://amzn.to/2RX4x8sNote: the links above are Amazon affiliate links, meaning if you make a purchase using those links, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you!
131 Buying and Flying a Cirrus SR22 from Miami to California, Lightspeed Tango headset, Garmin inReach Your Cirrus Specialist. Call me if you're thinking of buying a new Cirrus SR20 or SR22. Call 1-650-967-2500 for Cirrus purchase and training assistance, or to take my online seminar: So You Want to Fly or Buy a Cirrus. Please help support the show with a donation via PayPal or Patreon. Send us an email If you have a question you'd like answered on the show, let listeners hear you ask the question, by recording your listener question using your phone. Summary 131 Max talks with Luke Fischer about their trip across the U.S. in a 2016 SR22. Luke talks about the buying process, prepurchase inspection, and acceptance flight. The aircraft is now for rent at West Valley at KPAO. During the trip, Max tested the tracking and satellite text message capabilities of the Garmin inReach. Max also tested a wireless Tango headset that Lightspeed lent for the trip. Mentioned in the ShowNASA Super Guppy Lightspeed Tango Wireless Headset $800 at Amazon - dual GA plugs Garmin inReach Mini $274.98 at Amazon Garmin inReach Mini with Accessory Bundle $289.99 at Amazon NOTE: Garmin inReach requires a Service Plan - details here If you love the show and want more, visit my Patreon page to see fun videos, breaking news, and other posts in the Posts section. And if you decide to make a small donation each month, you can get some goodies! So You Want To Learn to Fly or Buy a Cirrus seminars Online Version of the Seminar Coming Soon - Register for Notification Check out our recommended ADS-B receivers, and order one for yourself. Yes, we'll make a couple of dollars if you do. Check out our recommended Aviation Headsets, and order one for yourself! Get the Free Aviation News Talk app for iOS or Android. Social Media Follow Max on Instagram Follow Max on Twitter Follow Max on YouTube Listen to all Aviation News Talk podcasts on YouTube or YouTube Premium Max Trescott is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
This weeks Stories From The Season Podcast is with Alex Boike. Have you ever wondered what happens when you press the S.O.S. button on your Garmin InReach device? Listen to this Stories From The Season to hear how it plays out. Alex tells the tale of how he pressed his button on accident and what the response was. Enjoy the show! Alex BoikeInstagram - @alexboikeFacebook – Alex Boike Backcountry RookiesInstagram - @bakcountyrookiesFacebook - Backcountry RookiesFacebook Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast
This weeks Stories From The Season Podcast is with Alex Boike. Have you ever wondered what happens when you press the S.O.S. button on your Garmin InReach device? Listen to this Stories From The Season to hear how it plays out. Alex tells the tale of how he pressed his button on accident and what the response was. Enjoy the show! Alex BoikeInstagram - @alexboikeFacebook – Alex Boike Backcountry RookiesInstagram - @bakcountyrookiesFacebook - Backcountry RookiesFacebook Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast
This week Chas Carmichael joins us to talk about radio communication. The Garmin InReach's, SPOT devices and others are great for very remote communicating, but nothing can replace a live conversation. Or as close to live as we can get in the backcountry. We talk about different walkie-talkie radio options along with the benefits of using HAM radio. Midland Radio GXT1050VP4 Review -> https://www.rokslide.com/midland-radio-gxt1050vp4-review/ No Service? No problem. by Chas Carmichael -> https://www.rokslide.com/no-service-no-problem/ Have any questions? Hop on the Rokslide Forums to sign up and ask away!
Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 27th episode. In this months we again have Alex on from the AA team, Ian from GPS Training and myself Jon, who is also from GPS Training So, without further ado let's get on with today's podcast …… It's our 27th podcast. In today's podcast we look at – · We again chat with Alex from the AA team. You may remember we last spoke to Alex in our 25th Podcast just before Alex and two of his friends Seb and Elliot set off on a 10,000 mile journey through 20 countries in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta and wow what an adventure they had. · We chat with Ian about some of the stranger things people who have been on our courses are using their GPS units for · And then finally we have Ian's FAQ's, Garmin unit, Garmin watch and SatMap The first thing we have this month's GPS Training Podcast is a catch up with Alex from AA team. You may remember we last spoke to Alex in our 25th Podcast just before Alex and two of his friends Seb and Elliot set off on a 10,000 mile journey through 20 countries in Europe and Central Asia before finishing in Russia and all this in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta. First of all Alex, it's Mongol Rally you took part in, can you tell us a little bit about it. The greatest motoring adventure on the planetA third of the way around the planet in a vehicle only fit for the scrap heapYou are all 24, what are your backgrounds?Whose idea was it and how long has it been in the planning? The Schedule – Schedule 2019 21st July (from midday): Pre-launch fun at Junk Town (Czech Republic)14th August: Finish line opens16th September: Finish line closes How do you get your car back?What spares are you taking with you?What mechanical experience do any of you hav Fundraising Raising money for two charities – mental health charity MIND and the Ashaninka project which helps prevent deforestation of the Amazon rainforest. So where do GPS Training fit into their trip? Alex contacted me regarding to buying an inReach mini but we loaned him one of ours to use on the trip If people don't know what an inReach mini is, it is a – Garmin two way satellite communicator Uses the same satellites that Sat Phones use which enables two way text communication from anywhere in the world Use it to track, report in and hopefully not use the SOS button So if you want to know more about the boys trip please go to theaateam.wixsite.com/themongolrally2019 And if you want to find out more about the Garmin inReach devices please go to gpstraining.co.uk – click on – GPS Store on the top menu – then – on the left-hand side you will see – Garmin inReach – satellite communicators 2 – The next thing we look at on this month's Podcast is a chat with Ian about some of the different people we have worked with over past year - examples Michael Eatough – Beijing to Paris Rally Zoey – Ultra runner BBC – Tracking – Dynasty series – Africa 4 – Ian's FAQ's Welcome Ian back to the Podcast to talk over some of his FAQ's, the frequently asked questions he has been asked on his courses over the past month. This month we are going to look in depth into a question we get asked lots on our GPS Training courses around the country – Garmin GPS – How do I customise data fields on my GPS? Include being able to lock the data fields on the touch screen GPS's Satmap – how do I update my GPS software? Satsync or if you have an Active 20 > WiFi Networks>Turn WiFi on>Manage upgrades and then you have the options of Software upgrades Refresh Platform upgrades Basemap upgrades The screen will tell you what upgrades are available Basecamp – how do I merge routes? Windows - Select routes you wish to join> left click Right click ‘Join Routes' Window appears>OK MAC – open up the first route, box appears and then ‘drag and drop' the second route in to the box at the start or end of route 1
Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 27th episode. In this months we again have Alex on from the AA team, Ian from GPS Training and myself Jon, who is also from GPS Training So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… It's our 27th podcast. In today’s podcast we look at – · We again chat with Alex from the AA team. You may remember we last spoke to Alex in our 25th Podcast just before Alex and two of his friends Seb and Elliot set off on a 10,000 mile journey through 20 countries in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta and wow what an adventure they had. · We chat with Ian about some of the stranger things people who have been on our courses are using their GPS units for · And then finally we have Ian’s FAQ’s, Garmin unit, Garmin watch and SatMap The first thing we have this month’s GPS Training Podcast is a catch up with Alex from AA team. You may remember we last spoke to Alex in our 25th Podcast just before Alex and two of his friends Seb and Elliot set off on a 10,000 mile journey through 20 countries in Europe and Central Asia before finishing in Russia and all this in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta. First of all Alex, it’s Mongol Rally you took part in, can you tell us a little bit about it. The greatest motoring adventure on the planetA third of the way around the planet in a vehicle only fit for the scrap heapYou are all 24, what are your backgrounds?Whose idea was it and how long has it been in the planning? The Schedule – Schedule 2019 21st July (from midday): Pre-launch fun at Junk Town (Czech Republic)14th August: Finish line opens16th September: Finish line closes How do you get your car back?What spares are you taking with you?What mechanical experience do any of you hav Fundraising Raising money for two charities – mental health charity MIND and the Ashaninka project which helps prevent deforestation of the Amazon rainforest. So where do GPS Training fit into their trip? Alex contacted me regarding to buying an inReach mini but we loaned him one of ours to use on the trip If people don’t know what an inReach mini is, it is a – Garmin two way satellite communicator Uses the same satellites that Sat Phones use which enables two way text communication from anywhere in the world Use it to track, report in and hopefully not use the SOS button So if you want to know more about the boys trip please go to theaateam.wixsite.com/themongolrally2019 And if you want to find out more about the Garmin inReach devices please go to gpstraining.co.uk – click on – GPS Store on the top menu – then – on the left-hand side you will see – Garmin inReach – satellite communicators 2 – The next thing we look at on this month’s Podcast is a chat with Ian about some of the different people we have worked with over past year - examples Michael Eatough – Beijing to Paris Rally Zoey – Ultra runner BBC – Tracking – Dynasty series – Africa 4 – Ian’s FAQ’s Welcome Ian back to the Podcast to talk over some of his FAQ’s, the frequently asked questions he has been asked on his courses over the past month. This month we are going to look in depth into a question we get asked lots on our GPS Training courses around the country – Garmin GPS – How do I customise data fields on my GPS? Include being able to lock the data fields on the touch screen GPS’s Satmap – how do I update my GPS software? Satsync or if you have an Active 20 > WiFi Networks>Turn WiFi on>Manage upgrades and then you have the options of Software upgrades Refresh Platform upgrades Basemap upgrades The screen will tell you what upgrades are available Basecamp – how do I merge routes? Windows - Select routes you wish to join> left click Right click ‘Join Routes’ Window appears>OK MAC – open up the first route, box appears and then ‘drag and drop’ the second route in to the box at the start or end of route 1
An interview with Jeremy Waters, the creator of FastSeas. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): FastSeas: www.fastseas.com Garmin InReach: https://amzn.to/2TrzaCg (Amazon) Chris Parker: https://www.mwxc.com Windy.com: www.windy.com GPX file format explained: https://www.topografix.com/gpx_for_users.asp Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSeas.com. Plan your next passage using FastSeas.com. Whether you are after speed or comfort, FastSeas will find the optimum route to your destination. FastSeas – making weather routing simple. Use coupon code GALLEY2019 for an exclusive 10% discount. Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig
An interview with Jeremy Waters, the creator of FastSeas. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): FastSeas: www.fastseas.com Garmin InReach: https://amzn.to/2TrzaCg (Amazon) Chris Parker: https://www.mwxc.com Windy.com: www.windy.com GPX file format explained: https://www.topografix.com/gpx_for_users.asp Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSeas.com. Plan your next passage using FastSeas.com. Whether you are after speed or comfort, FastSeas will find the optimum route to your destination. FastSeas – making weather routing simple. Use coupon code GALLEY2019 for an exclusive 10% discount. Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig
Podcast 25 Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 25th episode On this months Podcast we have some great guests, we have Alex, from the AA team, we have a guy called Tris who is using the Garmin GPSMAP66i and we have Ian from GPS Training also myself, Jon. So, without further ado let's get on with today's podcast …… It's our 25th podcast. In today's podcast look at the following things – · 2 min 10 sec - We chat with Alex from the AA team, Alex and two of his friends Seb, and Elliot Pote will motor over 10,000 miles through 20 countries including Europe and Central Asia - finishing in Ulan-Ude, Russia in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta · 21 min 20 sec – We talk with Tris, Tris has purchased a Garmin GPSMAP66i from us. The Garmin GPS navigator with the two way satellite communication technology built in · 34 min - And then we have Ian's FAQ's, both Garmin and SatMap and this time we are honing on a specific subject - Can I change the colour or transparency of the route and track line on my GPS? The first thing we have this month's podcast is a chat Alex from the AA team, Alex and two of his friends Seb, and Elliot Pote will motor over 10,000 miles through 20 countries including Europe and Central Asia - finishing in Ulan-Ude, Russia in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta Alex, welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast First of all Alex, it's the Mongol Rally you are taking part in, can you tell us a little about it The greatest motoring adventure on the planetA third of the way around the planet in a vehicle only fit for the scrap heapYou are all 24, what are your backgrounds?Whose idea was it and how long has it been in the planning? The Schedule - Schedule 2019 21st July (from midday): Pre-launch fun at Junk Town (Czech Republic) How are you getting your car there?Start on the 22nd July? 14th August: Finish line opens 16th September: Finish line closes How do you get your car back?What spares are you taking with you?What mechanical experience do any of you hav Fundraising Raising money for two charities - mental health charity MIND and the Ashaninka project which helps prevent deforestation of the Amazon rainforest.So where do GPS Training fit into their trip? Alex contacted me regarding to buying an inReach minibut we loaned him one of ours to use on the trip If people don't know what an inReach mini is, it is a - Garmin two way satellite communicatorUses the same satellites that Sat Phones use which enables two way text communication from anywhere in the worldUse it to track, report in and hopefully not use the SOS button To make a donation visit theaateam.wixsite.com/themongolrally2019 So if you want to know more about the boys trip please go to theaateam.wixsite.com/themongolrally2019 And if you want to find out more about the Garmin inReach devices please go to gpstraining.co.uk – click on – GPS Store on the top menu – then – on the left-hand side you will see – Garmin inReach – satellite communicators 2 – The next thing we look at on this month's Podcast is a chat with Tris Wyatt Who are you and where do you come from - small amount of backgroundWhat activities do you do - walking, cycling etcWhat illnesses does he haveHow long you been using GPS units for and how did you navigate pre GPS?What appealed to you about the GPSMAP66i?What reassurances does it give you and your family?How have you found the unit?Have you any plans for your time in the outdoors going forward? I will email you a link to click on ahead of the interview on Thursday so we can both see each other. If you want to find out more about the Garmin GPSMAP66i please go to gpstraining.co.uk – click on gps store – and on the left hand side you will see Garmin inReach – Satellite Communicator 4 – Ian's FAQ's Welcome Ian back to the Podcast to talk over some of his FAQ's, the frequently asked questions he has been asked on his courses over the past month.
Podcast 25 Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 25th episode On this months Podcast we have some great guests, we have Alex, from the AA team, we have a guy called Tris who is using the Garmin GPSMAP66i and we have Ian from GPS Training also myself, Jon. So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… It's our 25th podcast. In today’s podcast look at the following things – · 2 min 10 sec - We chat with Alex from the AA team, Alex and two of his friends Seb, and Elliot Pote will motor over 10,000 miles through 20 countries including Europe and Central Asia - finishing in Ulan-Ude, Russia in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta · 21 min 20 sec – We talk with Tris, Tris has purchased a Garmin GPSMAP66i from us. The Garmin GPS navigator with the two way satellite communication technology built in · 34 min - And then we have Ian’s FAQ’s, both Garmin and SatMap and this time we are honing on a specific subject - Can I change the colour or transparency of the route and track line on my GPS? The first thing we have this month’s podcast is a chat Alex from the AA team, Alex and two of his friends Seb, and Elliot Pote will motor over 10,000 miles through 20 countries including Europe and Central Asia - finishing in Ulan-Ude, Russia in a £600.00 Ford Fiesta Alex, welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast First of all Alex, it’s the Mongol Rally you are taking part in, can you tell us a little about it The greatest motoring adventure on the planetA third of the way around the planet in a vehicle only fit for the scrap heapYou are all 24, what are your backgrounds?Whose idea was it and how long has it been in the planning? The Schedule - Schedule 2019 21st July (from midday): Pre-launch fun at Junk Town (Czech Republic) How are you getting your car there?Start on the 22nd July? 14th August: Finish line opens 16th September: Finish line closes How do you get your car back?What spares are you taking with you?What mechanical experience do any of you hav Fundraising Raising money for two charities - mental health charity MIND and the Ashaninka project which helps prevent deforestation of the Amazon rainforest.So where do GPS Training fit into their trip? Alex contacted me regarding to buying an inReach minibut we loaned him one of ours to use on the trip If people don’t know what an inReach mini is, it is a - Garmin two way satellite communicatorUses the same satellites that Sat Phones use which enables two way text communication from anywhere in the worldUse it to track, report in and hopefully not use the SOS button To make a donation visit theaateam.wixsite.com/themongolrally2019 So if you want to know more about the boys trip please go to theaateam.wixsite.com/themongolrally2019 And if you want to find out more about the Garmin inReach devices please go to gpstraining.co.uk – click on – GPS Store on the top menu – then – on the left-hand side you will see – Garmin inReach – satellite communicators 2 – The next thing we look at on this month’s Podcast is a chat with Tris Wyatt Who are you and where do you come from - small amount of backgroundWhat activities do you do - walking, cycling etcWhat illnesses does he haveHow long you been using GPS units for and how did you navigate pre GPS?What appealed to you about the GPSMAP66i?What reassurances does it give you and your family?How have you found the unit?Have you any plans for your time in the outdoors going forward? I will email you a link to click on ahead of the interview on Thursday so we can both see each other. If you want to find out more about the Garmin GPSMAP66i please go to gpstraining.co.uk – click on gps store – and on the left hand side you will see Garmin inReach – Satellite Communicator 4 – Ian’s FAQ’s Welcome Ian back to the Podcast to talk over some of his FAQ’s, the frequently asked questions he has been asked on his courses over the past month.
In this episode of RokCast, Rob McConnell of S&S Archery talks with us about Garmin inReach devices and GPS watch options. We cover our thoughts on Garmin vs Suunto, inReach vs SPOT and some things we like about Garmin products specifically. Don't forget to use code ROKSLIDE to receive a discount on your next purchase from S&S Archery. www.sandsarchery.com Garmin Instinct - https://sandsarchery.com/collections/gps-watches/products/garmin-instinct-gps-watch Garmin Fenix 5x Plus - https://sandsarchery.com/collections/gps-watches/products/garmin-fenix-5x-plus Garmin inReach Mini - https://sandsarchery.com/collections/garmin-inreach/products/garmin-inreach-mini Garmin inReach Explorer+ - https://sandsarchery.com/collections/garmin-inreach/products/garmin-inreach-explorer Garmin GPS Map 66i - https://sandsarchery.com/collections/garmin-inreach/products/garmin-gps-map-66i Be sure to hop on the Rokslide.com Forums to join in on the discussion, ask questions and learn about hunting the west. GPS Watches - 1:30 Garmin InReach - 18:40 Garmin bow site - 28:15
In this episode, Lori shares with listeners her first hand account of trying out the Garmin inReach Mini while traveling in areas with limited or no cell phone coverage. The Garmin inReach Mini is a handheld GPS and satellite communicator that can be used to send out an emergency SOS using the Iridium satellite network. You can learn more about the Garmin inReach Mini here.She provides an overview of the basic functionality of the device and experience using it as a satellite communicator - including sharing location, tracking and sending messages to contacts and social media. Take a look at Lori's Garmin Map here. Check out Lori's Instagram post of Garmin InReach Mini.And Lori meets Shannon of Take a Hike podcast! Connect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcast, @lori_the_explorerTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastShare the page with all subscription links -> https://thehikepodcast.wordpress.com/podcasts/Email Lori at hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron! Music track "Two Mountains at a Time" from Live at the Fillmore by Pachyderm, used under the Creative Commons license. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast)
Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 23rd episode. Today we have a special Podcast, today Garmin have launched the all new GPSMAP66i, the first ever handheld GPS unit from Garmin to incorporate the inReach technology into a outdoor ‘navigational' GPS. Don't worry if none of that makes sense, it hopefully will do so over the coming 30 – 45 minutes and it is such a big change in the world of outdoor GPS navigation we have given the subject a full Podcast all of its own. So we have got a special guest on to look at this all new product from Garmin, so welcome Andi Hayman, who is the Outdoor Sales Manager at Garmin to the GPS Training Podcast.I have heard on the grapevine Andi that you are a subscriber to the GPS Training podcast, many thanks for that.So, Andi can you just give us all a little bit of background about your role within Garmin. · So Andi, we have two pieces of technology here that Garmin have put together in one to make the GPSMAP66i, I think a real game changer. · The two pieces are – The Garmin GPSMAP66st GPS unitThe Garmin inReach Technology So, lets look at each of these firstly individually and discuss what each of them are So, firstly Andi, the GPSMAP66st – What is it and why this unit to incorporate the inReach technology into it? Launched October last year Buttoned GPS unitFirst to use GalilaoBacklit buttonsRound trip routing (cycling only)Better resolution screenLarger screen than any other buttoned GPS units from GarminGeocaching LiveDownload Birdseye satellite imagery over wifiExpedition mode – reduces track points to 1 minute and screen goes blank. Extends batter to up to one weekWorks alongside the Explore app The GPSMAP66i is based on the GPSMAP66st, so Andi what does to ‘t' stand for. InReach technology, what is it and what are the benefits of it? Garmin bought Delorme back in February 2016, who created this two-way satellite communication. Since they bought Delorme Garmin have produced the – Garmin inReach SE+inReach Explorer+Garmin inReach Mini Andi, how exactly does this technology work? Iridium Sattelite system, the same as SatPhones use You need a contract to use the inReach technology, these start from £14.99/ month Pulling both the Garmin GPSMAP66st and the inReach technology into one device. Launch date – when customers will get the units 12th June To find out more about the all new Garmin GPSMAP66i please go to – gpstraining.co.uk > gps store > and click on - Garmin InReach - satellite communicator on the left-hand side And Finally Many thanks for listening and let us know anything you would like to be covered in the Podcast please do let us know and if you know of anybody interesting that you would like to hear interviewed in future podcasts please do let us know.Give us a call especially if you are thinking of a new GPS unitPlease do look a look at both our physical GPS courses and also our webinars, just go to GPSTaining.co.uk and click on – GPS Training coursesPlease do tell your friends about the podcast and GPS Training and encourage them to subscribe to it on whichever Podcast app they are using.AND don't forget to give us 5 star rating on iTunes and Overcast users (Android), it is appreciated. If you can also snazzy review on whatever platform you listen to us on it would be appreciated.Many thanks for Andi for joining me on this podcast and I hope you get plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy your walking.
Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 23rd episode. Today we have a special Podcast, today Garmin have launched the all new GPSMAP66i, the first ever handheld GPS unit from Garmin to incorporate the inReach technology into a outdoor ‘navigational’ GPS. Don’t worry if none of that makes sense, it hopefully will do so over the coming 30 – 45 minutes and it is such a big change in the world of outdoor GPS navigation we have given the subject a full Podcast all of its own. So we have got a special guest on to look at this all new product from Garmin, so welcome Andi Hayman, who is the Outdoor Sales Manager at Garmin to the GPS Training Podcast.I have heard on the grapevine Andi that you are a subscriber to the GPS Training podcast, many thanks for that.So, Andi can you just give us all a little bit of background about your role within Garmin. · So Andi, we have two pieces of technology here that Garmin have put together in one to make the GPSMAP66i, I think a real game changer. · The two pieces are – The Garmin GPSMAP66st GPS unitThe Garmin inReach Technology So, lets look at each of these firstly individually and discuss what each of them are So, firstly Andi, the GPSMAP66st – What is it and why this unit to incorporate the inReach technology into it? Launched October last year Buttoned GPS unitFirst to use GalilaoBacklit buttonsRound trip routing (cycling only)Better resolution screenLarger screen than any other buttoned GPS units from GarminGeocaching LiveDownload Birdseye satellite imagery over wifiExpedition mode – reduces track points to 1 minute and screen goes blank. Extends batter to up to one weekWorks alongside the Explore app The GPSMAP66i is based on the GPSMAP66st, so Andi what does to ‘t’ stand for. InReach technology, what is it and what are the benefits of it? Garmin bought Delorme back in February 2016, who created this two-way satellite communication. Since they bought Delorme Garmin have produced the – Garmin inReach SE+inReach Explorer+Garmin inReach Mini Andi, how exactly does this technology work? Iridium Sattelite system, the same as SatPhones use You need a contract to use the inReach technology, these start from £14.99/ month Pulling both the Garmin GPSMAP66st and the inReach technology into one device. Launch date – when customers will get the units 12th June To find out more about the all new Garmin GPSMAP66i please go to – gpstraining.co.uk > gps store > and click on - Garmin InReach - satellite communicator on the left-hand side And Finally Many thanks for listening and let us know anything you would like to be covered in the Podcast please do let us know and if you know of anybody interesting that you would like to hear interviewed in future podcasts please do let us know.Give us a call especially if you are thinking of a new GPS unitPlease do look a look at both our physical GPS courses and also our webinars, just go to GPSTaining.co.uk and click on – GPS Training coursesPlease do tell your friends about the podcast and GPS Training and encourage them to subscribe to it on whichever Podcast app they are using.AND don’t forget to give us 5 star rating on iTunes and Overcast users (Android), it is appreciated. If you can also snazzy review on whatever platform you listen to us on it would be appreciated.Many thanks for Andi for joining me on this podcast and I hope you get plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy your walking.
Learn what Nica's scared of - and what she's doing about it. Don't pretend it's not real! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com Garmin InReach: https://amzn.to/2VcoW84 (Amazon) VHF radio: https://amzn.to/30c0vLN (Amazon) Sponsor: Rainman Watermakers and SeaTask. Rainman watermakers are capable of producing up to 37 gallons of fresh, clean drinking water per hour from seawater. Portable and installed models are available, all with off-the-shelf parts. Configurations are available in AC, 12 Volt DC, and even a gasoline system, with new 2019 models being smaller, lighter, and quieter than ever. Seatask is the premier US facility for Rainman watermakers – visit them at www.seataskgroup.com (http://www.seataskgroup.com/) to learn more! Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig
Learn what Nica's scared of - and what she's doing about it. Don't pretend it's not real! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com Garmin InReach: https://amzn.to/2VcoW84 (Amazon) VHF radio: https://amzn.to/30c0vLN (Amazon) Sponsor: Rainman Watermakers and SeaTask. Rainman watermakers are capable of producing up to 37 gallons of fresh, clean drinking water per hour from seawater. Portable and installed models are available, all with off-the-shelf parts. Configurations are available in AC, 12 Volt DC, and even a gasoline system, with new 2019 models being smaller, lighter, and quieter than ever. Seatask is the premier US facility for Rainman watermakers – visit them at www.seataskgroup.com (http://www.seataskgroup.com/) to learn more! Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig
You guys gave us some great feedback on Episode 164, where our guest told the story of hitting the SOS button on his Garmin InReach and how the response went. We heard from listeners with similar stories, SAR personnel, SWAT EMTs, and more. In this Monday Minute episode, we recap some of the information that you guys provided us about hitting the SOS button in a backcountry emergency. http://ExoMtnGear.com/podcast
What happens if you are miles-deep in the backcountry and suffer a serious injury? Hopefully, you have some method of reliable communication to call for help. If you do, what happens after you "push the button"? We are joined by Martin Fox to hear his story of pushing SOS on his Garmin InReach device and what happened after help was summoned. Don't forget to enter the March giveaway from TightSpot Quivers and Ripcord Arrow Rests by visiting ExoMtnGear.com/podcast
Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 20th episode. Today we again have Tom, from Garmin, Ian, who delivers our Training courses in the South of England, and some of our participants on a recent GPS Training course and myself, Jon So, without further ado let's get on with today's podcast …… It's our 20th podcast. In today's podcast we have the following – · We talk to some of our participants on one of our recent GPS Training courses at Mungrisdale, in the wonderful Lake District. · We talk over with Ian – downloading .gpx files, what are they and what are some good sources for these. · I chat to Tom, from Garmin. But this time he has a different hat on his head as he is also a Scout leader and will talk over how they have used the Garmin inReach two way satellite communicators · Ian's FAQ's, the questions he is being asked by participants on his courses. Both Garmin and SatMap. The first thing we have this month's podcast is a chat with a few of the participants on one of our Garmin GPS training courses in the Lakes. Over the last month we have had a busy time delivering GPS training courses in the Scottish Borders, Lakes, New Forest and the Peak District as everybody is getting to grips with their units before the month ahead. On our course in Mungrisdale, in the Lakes I had a chat with a few of the participants – John, David T, David B and Margaret. To find out more about the GPS training Courses please go to - gpstraining.co.uk – click on - gps training courses – then – on the left-hand side you will see the areas we deliver GPS training courses in – The Lakes, New Forest, Northamptonshire, Northumberland, Peak District, Scottish Borders and the South Downs. 2 – The next thing on this month's GPS training Podcast is a chat with Ian about gpx files, what are they, what do they do and we look at some of the websites you will find them on Welcome Ian back to the Podcast, I hope you have been fighting away your new found fans after appearing in last month's Podcast. Q1. First of all Ian, what is a gpx file? Q2. How do we get these onto our GPS devices? Q3. Once we have downloaded them is there anything we need to look for? Q4. What good websites can we find gpx files on Walk Highlands Walking Englishman - Mike Brockhurst, who runs this website was on our 7th Podcast, go back and give it a listen, he's a top bloke Long Distance Walkers Association People ask about walks around where they live. I show them by putting some words like ‘gpx files for walks in ‘wherever', in to an internet search engine they will get something back from the search To find out more about importing .gpx files into your device there are some step by step videos in the GPS Training online resource – Just go to – gpstraining.co.uk – click on online resource – log in then go to – Garmin BaseCamp – select either windows or Mac – then go to - Downloading GPS Routes from Websites to then import into Basecamp software to review and then transfer to your GPS Device 3. Next on this months Podcast is a chat with Tom, who you will know from Garmin, but this months he is back on the Podcast with his Scout Leader hat on To find out more about any of the Garmin inReach products please go to – gpstraining.co.uk – click on gps store – and on the left-hand side you will see – Garmin inReach – satellite communicators 4 – Ian's FAQ's I must welcome ian back to the Podcast to talk over some of his FAQ's, the frequently asked questions he has been asked on his courses over the past month. Ian, over the past month you have led both Garmin and SatMap courses, so I hope you have had you notepad handy to note down some of the questions you have been asked. Ian – FAQ 1 – Garmin How do I know how long the walk is that I have just created/downloaded in Basecamp – double click the route and ‘properties' Ian – FAQ 2 – SatMap
Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 20th episode. Today we again have Tom, from Garmin, Ian, who delivers our Training courses in the South of England, and some of our participants on a recent GPS Training course and myself, Jon So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… It's our 20th podcast. In today’s podcast we have the following – · We talk to some of our participants on one of our recent GPS Training courses at Mungrisdale, in the wonderful Lake District. · We talk over with Ian – downloading .gpx files, what are they and what are some good sources for these. · I chat to Tom, from Garmin. But this time he has a different hat on his head as he is also a Scout leader and will talk over how they have used the Garmin inReach two way satellite communicators · Ian’s FAQ’s, the questions he is being asked by participants on his courses. Both Garmin and SatMap. The first thing we have this month’s podcast is a chat with a few of the participants on one of our Garmin GPS training courses in the Lakes. Over the last month we have had a busy time delivering GPS training courses in the Scottish Borders, Lakes, New Forest and the Peak District as everybody is getting to grips with their units before the month ahead. On our course in Mungrisdale, in the Lakes I had a chat with a few of the participants – John, David T, David B and Margaret. To find out more about the GPS training Courses please go to - gpstraining.co.uk – click on - gps training courses – then – on the left-hand side you will see the areas we deliver GPS training courses in – The Lakes, New Forest, Northamptonshire, Northumberland, Peak District, Scottish Borders and the South Downs. 2 – The next thing on this month’s GPS training Podcast is a chat with Ian about gpx files, what are they, what do they do and we look at some of the websites you will find them on Welcome Ian back to the Podcast, I hope you have been fighting away your new found fans after appearing in last month’s Podcast. Q1. First of all Ian, what is a gpx file? Q2. How do we get these onto our GPS devices? Q3. Once we have downloaded them is there anything we need to look for? Q4. What good websites can we find gpx files on Walk Highlands Walking Englishman - Mike Brockhurst, who runs this website was on our 7th Podcast, go back and give it a listen, he’s a top bloke Long Distance Walkers Association People ask about walks around where they live. I show them by putting some words like ‘gpx files for walks in ‘wherever’, in to an internet search engine they will get something back from the search To find out more about importing .gpx files into your device there are some step by step videos in the GPS Training online resource – Just go to – gpstraining.co.uk – click on online resource – log in then go to – Garmin BaseCamp – select either windows or Mac – then go to - Downloading GPS Routes from Websites to then import into Basecamp software to review and then transfer to your GPS Device 3. Next on this months Podcast is a chat with Tom, who you will know from Garmin, but this months he is back on the Podcast with his Scout Leader hat on To find out more about any of the Garmin inReach products please go to – gpstraining.co.uk – click on gps store – and on the left-hand side you will see – Garmin inReach – satellite communicators 4 – Ian’s FAQ’s I must welcome ian back to the Podcast to talk over some of his FAQ’s, the frequently asked questions he has been asked on his courses over the past month. Ian, over the past month you have led both Garmin and SatMap courses, so I hope you have had you notepad handy to note down some of the questions you have been asked. Ian – FAQ 1 – Garmin How do I know how long the walk is that I have just created/downloaded in Basecamp – double click the route and ‘properties’ Ian – FAQ 2 – SatMap
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Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 11th episode. 1. Today we have Andy and myself, Jon As always, we are streaming it live on Facebook So if you want to see what we all look like take a look at our Facebook page – 1. Just search for GPS Training on Facebook and don't forget to ‘like' our page. So, without further ado let's get on with today's podcast …… In today's podcast we are going to look at the following – 1. We have an interview with Tom Grindey, from sales at Garmin. As we discuss the all new Fenix 5 plus multi activity GPS watch from Garmin 2. We will chat over the new training videos in online resource - inReach mini + Xpedition 2 (both PC and Mac users). 3. Top tips - both Garmin and SatMap 4. We discuss the European Galileo satellite system and with everything that is being discussed in the news recently will it be affected by Brexit - Jeremy Vine. 1. Garmin's new Fenix 5 plus Earlier this week I spoke to Tom Grindey, from sales at Garmin and told us more about the new Fenix 5 plus from Garmin. 2 – inReach Mini and Xpedition training videos in the online resource 1. Is this the third consecutive podcast we have discussed the inReach mini? It must be good as I have bought one! 2. Andy, if people don't know what an inReach mini us can you just give us all a quick overview. 3. And next Andy, what's the online resource? 4. Now we understand what we are talking about what are the main areas you cover in the training videos? Module 1 - inReach Web Portal – What's this and how does it work? Module 2 - in Reach Mini – we hopefully know what this is? Module 3 - Earthmate App – I am going to ask you the same as the first module, what's this and how does it work? So, in theory, this covers everything you need to know to set up and use not only the inReach mini but also the other Garmin inReach units and you get free access to these training videos if you buy your Garmin inReach from GPS Training. If you want to find out more about this and all the Garmin inreach products go to – GPS Training.co.uk – click on GPS Store – and click on Garmin inReach – satellite communicators on the left-hand side Xpedition training videos, these are also new to the GPS training online resource. 1. Andy, what is Xpedition? 2. And hopefully by now you know what the online resource is. 3 – Andy's Top Tips · Garmin – Setup System GPS + Glonass & Egnos / Waas turned on (Egnos was originally limited coverage but much wider now and all of uk great coverage) · SatMap – Active 20 Settings – GPS Settings – GPS, GLONASS, Galilleo all on rather than just GPS Green bars go blue when land-based picked up Active10/12/20 all pick up Egnos 4 – Galileo and Brexit 1. This ties so well into the Podcast as this time last month, after recording the June Podcast we had a very interesting day – explain – Jeremy Vine show 2. Andy, what is Galileo? 3. What current GPS units use this satellite system and what other satellite systems do outdoor GPS units use? 4. Accuracy we are seeing with Galileo. 5. Are we going to see any difference in the Galileo post Brexit? If you want to hear the interview on the Jeremy Vine show go to GPS Training – Click on News and you will see it in the news section. 5. To finish off podcast number 11 - Many thanks for listening and let us know anything you would like to be covered in the Podcast, we made it to our eleventh Podcast. - Give us a call especially if you are thinking of a new GPS unit - Please do look a look at both our physical GPS courses and also our webinars, just go to GPSTaining.co.uk and click on – GPS Training courses - Please do tell your friends about the podcast and GPS Training - Don't forget you can watch us recording the podcast on our facebook page – gpstraininguk – or on our YouTube Channel – GPSTraining - AND don't forget to RST our podcast -
Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 11th episode. 1. Today we have Andy and myself, Jon As always, we are streaming it live on Facebook So if you want to see what we all look like take a look at our Facebook page – 1. Just search for GPS Training on Facebook and don’t forget to ‘like’ our page. So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… In today’s podcast we are going to look at the following – 1. We have an interview with Tom Grindey, from sales at Garmin. As we discuss the all new Fenix 5 plus multi activity GPS watch from Garmin 2. We will chat over the new training videos in online resource - inReach mini + Xpedition 2 (both PC and Mac users). 3. Top tips - both Garmin and SatMap 4. We discuss the European Galileo satellite system and with everything that is being discussed in the news recently will it be affected by Brexit - Jeremy Vine. 1. Garmin’s new Fenix 5 plus Earlier this week I spoke to Tom Grindey, from sales at Garmin and told us more about the new Fenix 5 plus from Garmin. 2 – inReach Mini and Xpedition training videos in the online resource 1. Is this the third consecutive podcast we have discussed the inReach mini? It must be good as I have bought one! 2. Andy, if people don’t know what an inReach mini us can you just give us all a quick overview. 3. And next Andy, what’s the online resource? 4. Now we understand what we are talking about what are the main areas you cover in the training videos? Module 1 - inReach Web Portal – What’s this and how does it work? Module 2 - in Reach Mini – we hopefully know what this is? Module 3 - Earthmate App – I am going to ask you the same as the first module, what’s this and how does it work? So, in theory, this covers everything you need to know to set up and use not only the inReach mini but also the other Garmin inReach units and you get free access to these training videos if you buy your Garmin inReach from GPS Training. If you want to find out more about this and all the Garmin inreach products go to – GPS Training.co.uk – click on GPS Store – and click on Garmin inReach – satellite communicators on the left-hand side Xpedition training videos, these are also new to the GPS training online resource. 1. Andy, what is Xpedition? 2. And hopefully by now you know what the online resource is. 3 – Andy’s Top Tips · Garmin – Setup System GPS + Glonass & Egnos / Waas turned on (Egnos was originally limited coverage but much wider now and all of uk great coverage) · SatMap – Active 20 Settings – GPS Settings – GPS, GLONASS, Galilleo all on rather than just GPS Green bars go blue when land-based picked up Active10/12/20 all pick up Egnos 4 – Galileo and Brexit 1. This ties so well into the Podcast as this time last month, after recording the June Podcast we had a very interesting day – explain – Jeremy Vine show 2. Andy, what is Galileo? 3. What current GPS units use this satellite system and what other satellite systems do outdoor GPS units use? 4. Accuracy we are seeing with Galileo. 5. Are we going to see any difference in the Galileo post Brexit? If you want to hear the interview on the Jeremy Vine show go to GPS Training – Click on News and you will see it in the news section. 5. To finish off podcast number 11 - Many thanks for listening and let us know anything you would like to be covered in the Podcast, we made it to our eleventh Podcast. - Give us a call especially if you are thinking of a new GPS unit - Please do look a look at both our physical GPS courses and also our webinars, just go to GPSTaining.co.uk and click on – GPS Training courses - Please do tell your friends about the podcast and GPS Training - Don’t forget you can watch us recording the podcast on our facebook page – gpstraininguk – or on our YouTube Channel – GPSTraining - AND don’t forget to RST our podcast -
Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 10th episode. 1. Today we have Andy and myself, Jon As always, we are streaming it live on Facebook So if you want to see what we all look like take a look at our Facebook page – 1. Just search for GPS Training on Facebook and don't forget to ‘like' our page. So, without further ado let's get on with today's podcast …… In today's podcast we are going to look at the following – 1. We have an interview with Duncan Hutchison, the Scottish guy who has built his own boat and is rowing across the Atlantic, a great story. 2. I know we covered it in last months Podcast but we again chat over the Garmin inReach mini, as we can't keep them in stock! 3. We look at the new Spot X – 2-way satellite messenger. Not yet available in the UK but is in the US 4. Andy's top tips – both SatMap and Garmin 5. Some new videos and free webinar 1. Duncanadrift Earlier this week I spoke to Duncan Hutchinson and talked through his epic journey so far on his cross Atlantic adventure. I am not going to ruin the interview so here we go You can find out more about Duncan's epic journey – Facebook – Just search for Duncanadrift Website – Duncanadrift.com Duncan's Just Giving page (water aid) - more here Track Duncan live (via a Garmin inReach) - here And keep your eyes open for the GPS Training logo on his boat 2 – inReach Mini 1. What a response we have had to the inReach Mini. 2. I know we covered this in depth in last month's Podcast but quickly Andy can you give a quick overview of what the inReach is? 3. Early next week there will be a software update so you can control it from your Fenix 5/ 5x watch, currently this is just beta but full version will be out next week, I know we have been selling many alongside Fenix watches what are the benefits of this? 4. We seem to keep the black ones in stock (just about) but the orange ones now have a delivery date of the 19th June and we have a waiting list and I must add we are also on that waiting list as we are going to keep one so we can do some videos and step by step guides for the online resource. If you want to find out more about this and all the Garmin inreach products go to – GPS Training.co.uk – click on GPS Store – and click on Garmin inReach – satellite communicators on the left hand side 3 – The new Spot X - 2-Way Satellite Messenger 1. This is the first ‘two way' communicator from Spot, it's currently just available in the states but it will be hitting the UK market in TBC 2. Have you seen it Andy, I could not even find anything on YouTube which is amazing seeing you can buy it in the states already? 3. Looking at pictures of it, it seems very similar than the inReach mini but it has a full QWERT keyboard, it reminds me of my old Blackberry phone, do you remember this good old days? 4. Globalstar not the Iridium that Garmin inReach products use – Low orbit system 5. Some people are mentioning in their reviews - Globalstar system would only accept ONE message every twenty to thirty minutes 6. After being excited about this product it has become a letdown due to what I initially thought was poor reliability. Now after more testing and talking with tech support, the culprit is the fault of a system limitation that Spot fails to tell people. Perhaps Spot thinks it's customers just don't care about this issue. 4 - Andy's top tips · Garmin – · SatMap – 5. New videos we have been adding to the website This past month we have had a work experience student with us, Robin, and we have produced some great new videos, even if I say so myself. 1. How to subscribe to the podcast on both an Android/ iPhone - watch it here 2. An Introduction to Outdoor GPS navigation - watch it here 3. The 10 most asked questions people ask before buying an outdoor GPS unit - watch it here 4. And one promoting our ‘new' free webinar we have on Tuesday even...
Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 10th episode. 1. Today we have Andy and myself, Jon As always, we are streaming it live on Facebook So if you want to see what we all look like take a look at our Facebook page – 1. Just search for GPS Training on Facebook and don’t forget to ‘like’ our page. So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… In today’s podcast we are going to look at the following – 1. We have an interview with Duncan Hutchison, the Scottish guy who has built his own boat and is rowing across the Atlantic, a great story. 2. I know we covered it in last months Podcast but we again chat over the Garmin inReach mini, as we can’t keep them in stock! 3. We look at the new Spot X – 2-way satellite messenger. Not yet available in the UK but is in the US 4. Andy’s top tips – both SatMap and Garmin 5. Some new videos and free webinar 1. Duncanadrift Earlier this week I spoke to Duncan Hutchinson and talked through his epic journey so far on his cross Atlantic adventure. I am not going to ruin the interview so here we go You can find out more about Duncan’s epic journey – Facebook – Just search for Duncanadrift Website – Duncanadrift.com Duncan's Just Giving page (water aid) - more here Track Duncan live (via a Garmin inReach) - here And keep your eyes open for the GPS Training logo on his boat 2 – inReach Mini 1. What a response we have had to the inReach Mini. 2. I know we covered this in depth in last month’s Podcast but quickly Andy can you give a quick overview of what the inReach is? 3. Early next week there will be a software update so you can control it from your Fenix 5/ 5x watch, currently this is just beta but full version will be out next week, I know we have been selling many alongside Fenix watches what are the benefits of this? 4. We seem to keep the black ones in stock (just about) but the orange ones now have a delivery date of the 19th June and we have a waiting list and I must add we are also on that waiting list as we are going to keep one so we can do some videos and step by step guides for the online resource. If you want to find out more about this and all the Garmin inreach products go to – GPS Training.co.uk – click on GPS Store – and click on Garmin inReach – satellite communicators on the left hand side 3 – The new Spot X - 2-Way Satellite Messenger 1. This is the first ‘two way’ communicator from Spot, it’s currently just available in the states but it will be hitting the UK market in TBC 2. Have you seen it Andy, I could not even find anything on YouTube which is amazing seeing you can buy it in the states already? 3. Looking at pictures of it, it seems very similar than the inReach mini but it has a full QWERT keyboard, it reminds me of my old Blackberry phone, do you remember this good old days? 4. Globalstar not the Iridium that Garmin inReach products use – Low orbit system 5. Some people are mentioning in their reviews - Globalstar system would only accept ONE message every twenty to thirty minutes 6. After being excited about this product it has become a letdown due to what I initially thought was poor reliability. Now after more testing and talking with tech support, the culprit is the fault of a system limitation that Spot fails to tell people. Perhaps Spot thinks it’s customers just don’t care about this issue. 4 - Andy’s top tips · Garmin – · SatMap – 5. New videos we have been adding to the website This past month we have had a work experience student with us, Robin, and we have produced some great new videos, even if I say so myself. 1. How to subscribe to the podcast on both an Android/ iPhone - watch it here 2. An Introduction to Outdoor GPS navigation - watch it here 3. The 10 most asked questions people ask before buying an outdoor GPS unit - watch it here 4. And one promoting our ‘new’ free webinar we have on Tuesday even...
Welcome to this month's GPS Training podcast, it's our 9th episode. As always, we are streaming it live on Facebook So if you want to see what we all look like take a look at our Facebook page – 1. Just search for GPS Training on Facebook and don't forget to ‘like' our page. So, without further ado let's get on with today's podcast …… In today's podcast we are going to look at the following – 1. We take the first look at the new Garmin InReach mini 2. Then we will look at Open Street Mapping and other mapping options when going overseas 3. We look at the new (Beta) version of Xpedition2 from SatMap – for both Mac and PC users 4. Andy's top tips – both SatMap and Garmin 5. And then finally we look at both Routes and tracks 1. Garmin's new inReach Mini This week Garmin launched the all-new inReach Mini, this is the small brother/ sister of the Garmin inReach SE+ and the inReach Explorer units. I must stress that at this moment of time we have not yet had our hands on one, we have some ordered and are hoping they will be in stock early next week, but we have been aware about this product for some time now. On our fourth Podcast, in December last year we did an in-depth review of the inReach SE+ and inReach Explorer as our ‘sister' business, Shepherds Walks Holidays uses inReach products on their walking holidays. So Andy, can you give us a quick overview of both these units that have been with us for some time now. - Two-way satellite communication - You need a contract to get a Garmin inReach to work (like a mobile phone contract) and these start from £12.99/month but a little more for a more usable contract. I think we pay around £25.00/ month which is a good mid-range contract. - Contracts vary according to number of Text messages you want to send each months and if your tracking points are included in the contract or not. The interesting thing is that all pre-set messages are unlimited and also the SOS button works on whatever contract you are on. - They offer live tracking, the ability to send text messages, pre-set messages and they have a SOS button - It can also be used as a GPS navigator, but I personally think it does not replace a standalone GPS navigational unit. The SOS button, what happens if you press that? - It notifies GEOS Worldwide, LTD is an independent emergency response organization headquartered outside of Houston, Texas. Their high-tech underground facility is the central component in their International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC). That facet of their operation is somewhat self-explanatory. When GEOS receives a distress call, their IERCC department swings into action to coordinate an immediate and appropriate response. - GEOS also maintains a large network of offices around the globe in Perth, Marrakech, Paris, London, New York, San Jose, and Los Angeles. So what is difference with the inReach Mini? - Send and receive inReach messages through compatible Garmin devices, including connected wearables and handhelds - Palm-sized satellite communicator for adventures where size and weight matter, hence the mini If you want to find out more about this and all the Garmin inreach products go to – GPS Training.co.uk – click on GPS Store – and click on Garmin inReach – satellite communicators on the left-hand side Open Street Mapping and other mapping options when going overseas It's that time of year, when many of our listeners will be heading overseas so what map options are available for both Garmin and SatMap GPS units - After talking about the inReach products (not the mini I must add) what options have we with this product - Garmin – local mapping and OSM What is OSM? - SatMap – what options do SatMap users have? Xpedition2 from SatMap What are the big changed from Xpedition to Xpedition2? We have just added lots of step by step videos into our online resource,
Welcome to this month’s GPS Training podcast, it’s our 9th episode. As always, we are streaming it live on Facebook So if you want to see what we all look like take a look at our Facebook page – 1. Just search for GPS Training on Facebook and don’t forget to ‘like’ our page. So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… In today’s podcast we are going to look at the following – 1. We take the first look at the new Garmin InReach mini 2. Then we will look at Open Street Mapping and other mapping options when going overseas 3. We look at the new (Beta) version of Xpedition2 from SatMap – for both Mac and PC users 4. Andy’s top tips – both SatMap and Garmin 5. And then finally we look at both Routes and tracks 1. Garmin’s new inReach Mini This week Garmin launched the all-new inReach Mini, this is the small brother/ sister of the Garmin inReach SE+ and the inReach Explorer units. I must stress that at this moment of time we have not yet had our hands on one, we have some ordered and are hoping they will be in stock early next week, but we have been aware about this product for some time now. On our fourth Podcast, in December last year we did an in-depth review of the inReach SE+ and inReach Explorer as our ‘sister’ business, Shepherds Walks Holidays uses inReach products on their walking holidays. So Andy, can you give us a quick overview of both these units that have been with us for some time now. - Two-way satellite communication - You need a contract to get a Garmin inReach to work (like a mobile phone contract) and these start from £12.99/month but a little more for a more usable contract. I think we pay around £25.00/ month which is a good mid-range contract. - Contracts vary according to number of Text messages you want to send each months and if your tracking points are included in the contract or not. The interesting thing is that all pre-set messages are unlimited and also the SOS button works on whatever contract you are on. - They offer live tracking, the ability to send text messages, pre-set messages and they have a SOS button - It can also be used as a GPS navigator, but I personally think it does not replace a standalone GPS navigational unit. The SOS button, what happens if you press that? - It notifies GEOS Worldwide, LTD is an independent emergency response organization headquartered outside of Houston, Texas. Their high-tech underground facility is the central component in their International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC). That facet of their operation is somewhat self-explanatory. When GEOS receives a distress call, their IERCC department swings into action to coordinate an immediate and appropriate response. - GEOS also maintains a large network of offices around the globe in Perth, Marrakech, Paris, London, New York, San Jose, and Los Angeles. So what is difference with the inReach Mini? - Send and receive inReach messages through compatible Garmin devices, including connected wearables and handhelds - Palm-sized satellite communicator for adventures where size and weight matter, hence the mini If you want to find out more about this and all the Garmin inreach products go to – GPS Training.co.uk – click on GPS Store – and click on Garmin inReach – satellite communicators on the left-hand side Open Street Mapping and other mapping options when going overseas It’s that time of year, when many of our listeners will be heading overseas so what map options are available for both Garmin and SatMap GPS units - After talking about the inReach products (not the mini I must add) what options have we with this product - Garmin – local mapping and OSM What is OSM? - SatMap – what options do SatMap users have? Xpedition2 from SatMap What are the big changed from Xpedition to Xpedition2? We have just added lots of step by step videos into our online resource,
Welcome to this month’s GPS training podcast 1. Today we have Jon, Andy and Henry 2. Jon, managing director Shepherds Walks Ltd who is the parent company of GPS Training. 3. Andy, the reviewer, tech support and all round ‘geek’ (in a nice way) of GPS Training. 4. Henry, is multi-talented. Is one of our trainers at GPS Training, delivering our courses on Fife, Lakes, Northumberland and Sherwood Forest. He is also one of our walking guides for Shepherds Walks Holidays and the practical use of Outdoor GPS units as a ‘professional’ walking guide is why he is our guest on today’s Podcast Again, we are streaming on Facebook the recording of us all recording the Podcast, so if you want to see what we all look like take a look at our Facebook page – 1. Just search for GPS Training on Facebook and don’t forget to ‘like’ our page. 2. A copy of our live stream is archived on Facebook so you can watch it until the end of time, if you want to! 3. Also in the next few days we will also upload the video feed onto YouTube. So, without further ado let’s get on with today’s podcast …… In today’s podcast we are going to look and chat over the following – 1. An in-depth look at the Garmin inReach – Satellite communicator 2. And after a question from one of the listeners of last month’s podcast we are going to look at the differences between the Garmin Topo and Topo active mapping. 3. Christmas GPS offers – Oregon 700 and eTrex Touch 25 4. Top tips – both SatMap and Garmin 5. Look at our weekly video top tips – in our online resource 6. SatMap Active 20 – Battery replacement options 7. The big debate – If you were going to get an outdoor GPS unit this Christmas, which one would it be? 8. And finally, we will have a look at our courses we have coming up over the coming month 1. An in-depth look at Garmin inReach 1. What is the Garmin inReach, it’s not just a GPS unit is it? • Two-way satellite communicator, using the Iridium satellites, the same as a Sat Phone uses. • You can send both pre-set and text messages from the unit via satellites. • It can also be used as a GPS navigator, but I personally think it does not replace a standalone GPS navigational unit. • SOS button - GEOS Worldwide, LTD is an independent emergency response organization headquartered outside of Houston, Texas. Their high-tech underground facility is the central component in their International Emergency Response Coordination Center (IERCC). That facet of their operation is somewhat self-explanatory. When GEOS receives a distress call, their IERCC department swings into action to coordinate an immediate and appropriate response. Sounds simple enough, but what does that actually mean? • GEOS also maintains a large network of offices around the globe in Perth, Marrakech, Paris, London, New York, San Jose, and Los Angeles. • You need a contract to get a Garmin inReach to work (like a mobile phone contract) and these start from £12.99/month but a little more for a more usable contract. I think we pay around £25.00/ month which is a good mid-range contract. • Contracts vary according to number of Text messages you want to send each months and if your tracking points are included in the contract or not. The interesting thing is that all pre-set messages are unlimited and also the SOS button works on whatever contract you are on 2. Other products in the marketplace • Sole Walkers – SPOT 3. SPOT – Comes in at £119.99 - What is the SPOT? - Satellite GPS personal tracker - You have a number of pre-set messages you can send, you set these up yourself online and you can send to multiple e-mail and text numbers - Live tracking place – both online and in app - Contracts are a little cheaper - £17.99 for unlimited everything - You still get the GEOS SOS support - Lightweight and stunning battery life BUT you can only send messages and not receive them 4.
Chatting with Roadpost Technical Analyst, David Jones (of Toronto, Ontario). We get into the difference between satellite phones and trackers, how Garmin inReach compares to SPOT, and the value of two-way communication in the backcountry.
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