Can I broadcast my GPS's location?

[+kudjo24]

Hello,

 

I'm currently using a Magellan eXplorist GC for caching, which works great! I am curious, however, is there a way to get the eXplorist model to broadcast your location to the internet, data packet somewhere else? In the scenario I get stranded, wanted to be sure there wasn't a last resort I could use my Magellan for?

 

Thanks!

 

-kudjo

[insig]

Nope. Your device simply receives signals. Your best bet would be to look into a SPOT Satellite messenger (http://www.findmespot.com/en/) or a Delorme InReach (http://www.inreachdelorme.com/).

[+kudjo24]

Nope. Your device simply receives signals. Your best bet would be to look into a SPOT Satellite messenger (http://www.findmespot.com/en/) or a Delorme InReach (http://www.inreachdelorme.com/).

 

Perfect! Thank you!

[+Team CowboyPapa]

The inReach has far greater functionality than does the SPOT, such as:

1. In addition to pre-composed messages, the user can create messages in the field, and

2. The inReach can also receive and display text messages in the field.

 

If you choose the inReach and require advice, check here:

http://forum.delorme.com/index.php?/forum/103-inreach/

[+Red90]

Yes, but at a MUCH higher cost. You can compose messages with some of the SPOT devices. No receiving though.

[+New Jersey TJ]

If you cache in areas where you have cell coverage, there are plenty of IOS and Android apps that will let you send your location.

[+Red90]

He is asking for emergency use. If there was cell coverage, you can simply call for help.....

[user13371]

He is asking for emergency use. If there was cell coverage, you can simply call for help.....

And there's more than one way to call for help. inReach is a premium device (at a higher cost) being usable for two-way communication and tracking. SPOT is a little less expensive and only one-way. And if all you are REALLY want is to be able to call for help, there are a lot of other options. REI sells them and discusses options here:

 

http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/personal-locator-beacons.html

[+ngrrfan]

I use Inreach... and chose the plan that allows me to suspend my subscription when I don't go out by myself as much, like during winter. I researched SPOT and other "tracking" devices and decided that for my use the Inreach was the best way to go.

 

With other devices you may not be able to tell your rescuers what the situation is, so they may not bring the right equipment to help you. The joke my daughter and I have is "Help! Got two flat tires and out of beer. BRING BEER!!"

 

A friend took his Inreach to the top of Everest.... Yeah, way cool to be able to track him.