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On trips, expeditions, and SAR operations organized by Michael Neiger, emergency communications gear such as cell phones, satellite phones, and satellite beacons (ELTs, PLBs, & EPIRBs) are not provided. Even if a participant carries SAR-comm gear, it can't always be relied upon, especially in rugged terrain, steep canyons, thick canopy, remote bush, or extremely harsh weather. The only way to summon the authorities or emergency medical personnel on trips, expeditions, or SAR operations organized by Michael Neiger is for another uninjured participant to walk, snowshoe, or paddle to a point where help can be summoned. The wait for assistance may be very longsometimes measured in daysand could possibly be very painful, maybe even fatal. Since the evacuation process will be very difficult and costly to arrange, participants should consider carrying their own communications gear and purchasing evacuation insurance coverage.
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