IF you happen to be near communication towers, or other people, the radios may work fine. If you are not, I am at a loss in naming any hand held radio of any frequency that will help you initiate a search with the exception of a SATELLITE PHONE.

I am hoping a communication expert comes forward with an alternate solution.

Two common factors stand out in local (backcountry Idaho) searches and those with national exposure.

1. THE SEARCH IS INITIATED TO LATE BY A SECOND PARTY.

2. NO ONE KNOWS WHERE TO SEARCH.

What else will work "NOW" besides -

- SATELLITE PHONE
- PLB W/GPS