The trailhead is lying to you. π£οΈ
Most March rescues donβt start in a blizzard. βοΈ
They start in shorts and a hoodie. π©³π
Spring is a suggestion. The mountain is reality. ποΈ
Two seasons. One bad decision. βοΈ
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#TakeTheExtraMinute #PSAR #BackcountrySafety #Hiking #Outdoors #SAR
Other apps: alert for your entire county.
Adiona Alert: alert for your exact GPS position.
When you're in the backcountry, that precision isn't just nice to have β it's potentially life-saving.
#AdionaAlert #BackcountrySafety #GPS #WeatherAlerts
A thunderstorm in the backcountry opened Cynthia's eyes: "I need reliable weather alerts."
Don't wait for a close call. βοΈ
#AdionaAlert #BackcountrySafety
π¨οΈ ποΈβοΈ The daily avalanche bulletin is crucial for a safe day in the backcountry. Find out where to get it from here:
π freeride-republic.com/learn-articl...
β·οΈπ FreeRide Republic is your free resource for staying safe and having fun in the backcountry.
#FreeRide #Avalanche #BackcountrySafety
As bow season ends and rifle season approaches, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has shared reminders for recreationalists.
#hunting #autumn #backcountrysafety
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Making tiny avalanches! Check out this unique classroom demonstration by VTSU Outdoor Education, Leadership & Tourism professor Ben Mirkin! #AvalancheScience #Outdoors #BackcountrySafety #WeAreVTSU
Eating snow = BAD wilderness survival strategy. βοΈ It chills your body, uses energy to melt, and dehydrates you further. π₯Ά Always melt snow into water before drinking it. Hydration is key to staying safe in the backcountry! π§ #SurvivalTips #BackcountrySafety
π¨ Backcountry hikers, take note!
FRS Channel 3.0 (462.6125 MHz) is Coloradoβs backcountry emergency radio channel, designated by SAR teams.
π Learn how to use FRS radios & why you still need a satellite device: thenextsummit.org/frs-radio-us...
#BackcountrySafety #HikingTips #SAR #AdventureSmart