glostamon
NES Member
Cell Phone is a definate in my "Day Kit",My phone is Mil. spec rugged,but I take extra precautions to prevent water damage,and shock,I place the phone in its case in side a pair of clean rolled socks then place the socksw/phone in a pvc water proof pouch.This protects the phone & gives me a clean pair of dry socks option.
I make sure the unit is fully charged & carry a spare battery in my Camel Bak HYd. day pack.I havent used water filled condoms since my college days and only then as water balloons.
My phone has GPS aswell as e-mail & camera capabilities as does most everyones.Signal & service are quite good w/ my particular provider throughout New England.( the cell might not be as usful in major SHTF,wilderness areas on multi-day excursions,but were talkin' about a day hike possibliy a little longer due to minor SHTF i.e injury.lost etc..
Cells work great for signaling, far superior to a rape whistle or directing sunlight off of tin foil towards the armardas of serach aircraft.
I typically leave my hand line fishing tackle @ home on a day trip,landing the "big one" or snaring a chip munk is a long shot. A couple protein bars & an apple is fine.finally I NEVER leave home without a quality "Leather man" type multi-tool and waterproof matches.
But ultimately you need a "Kit" that works best for you & your needs.
p.s. Do not listen to me
I make sure the unit is fully charged & carry a spare battery in my Camel Bak HYd. day pack.I havent used water filled condoms since my college days and only then as water balloons.
My phone has GPS aswell as e-mail & camera capabilities as does most everyones.Signal & service are quite good w/ my particular provider throughout New England.( the cell might not be as usful in major SHTF,wilderness areas on multi-day excursions,but were talkin' about a day hike possibliy a little longer due to minor SHTF i.e injury.lost etc..
Cells work great for signaling, far superior to a rape whistle or directing sunlight off of tin foil towards the armardas of serach aircraft.
I typically leave my hand line fishing tackle @ home on a day trip,landing the "big one" or snaring a chip munk is a long shot. A couple protein bars & an apple is fine.finally I NEVER leave home without a quality "Leather man" type multi-tool and waterproof matches.
But ultimately you need a "Kit" that works best for you & your needs.
p.s. Do not listen to me
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