Why carry an avalanche beacon?
Traveling and recreating in avalanche country has inherent risks due to the time and distance from organized assistance should an emergency occur. In the event of an avalanche burial, the only chance of survival is through “companion rescue,” or immediate recovery by a member of your own party. When no visual signs (i.e., exposed body parts) are evident, transceivers are the only proven effective way to locate a completely buried victim while he or she is still alive. Every one in your party should wear one and know how to operate it.
