The saying goes that a PLB takes the ‘search’ out of search and rescue. They’re compact, lightweight and inexpensive (when compared to the potential cost of not carrying one) and some models allow you to keep in touch with loved ones. GPS and 406MHzAll modern beacons transmit a 406MHz signal, but some also transmit the […]
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
Mt Peel, Kahurangi National Park
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