Signaling Recommendations

Signaling is how you get found: sound + visual tools that work day and night.

• Primary
• Alternate
• Contingency
• Emergency

Primary

Everyday signaling basics you can keep on you.

• Primary Signaling Pick #1 (Whistle)
• Primary Signaling Pick #2 (Signal Mirror)
• Primary Signaling Pick #3 (Mini Strobe)

• What to look for: small, durable, always accessible.

Alternate

Backup signaling method stored separately.

• Alternate Signaling Pick #1 (Backup Whistle)
• Alternate Signaling Pick #2 (Reflective Panel)
• Alternate Signaling Pick #3 (Glow Marker)

• What to look for: different failure mode (sound + visual).

Contingency

Higher visibility for extended time or low-visibility weather.

• Contingency Signaling Pick #1 (High-visibility Marker)
• Contingency Signaling Pick #2 (Day/Night Strobe)
• Contingency Signaling Pick #3 (Extra Marker Set)

• What to look for: runtime, visibility, weather resistance.

Emergency

Rescue-focused signaling: whistle + mirror + strobe/beacon.

• Emergency Signaling Pick #1 (PLB / SOS Beacon)
• Emergency Signaling Pick #2 (Signal Flares)
• Emergency Signaling Pick #3 (Chem Lights)

• What to look for: works day/night, one-handed use, strong visibility at distance.