Andamooka Safety Comunications

Submitted: Sunday, Jul 17, 2005 at 18:47
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Hi.

Got home today after a desert photography trip traveling alone on an ATV (all terrain vehicle). Some digital photos at Laurie's Photos

I hired a satellite phone at a negotiated deal for $300 for ten days. Due to the most welcome rain, I had only two camping trips of two days and three days during this time which meant the phone cost me $100 per night to call in my coordinates and say I'm ok.

I'm wondering whether buying a second hand UF radio would be a better long term method. Are there nice people out there who would write down a couple of coordinates and make a phone call if I failed to call in?

I understand that the VKS people can't provide back-up service. However, perhaps among the dozens of 4x4 travelers there would be one with the mobile equipment turned on and willing. Is that how it works?

Regards,
Laurie.
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