Ran across this on another forum and thought it relevant here. It is specific to Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks, but is pertinent everywhere:

http://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/upload/2014-Satellite-Locator-Device-FINAL-3.pdf

Bottom line: Self reliance is the best strategy!


Edited by hikermor (05/02/14 12:25 AM)
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