EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 50 MIN
Satellites, Swamps & Summit Huts
from Gear Abby: An Outdoor Advice Column For Your Ears
Do you really need an InReach if your phone has SOS? How worried should paddlers be about alligators? And what’s that strange building on top of Mount Whitney?This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté Salabert breaks down backcountry communication devices and whether your smartphone is enough, explain how to paddle safely in alligator country, and dig into the surprisingly wild history behind the hut on the summit of Mount Whitney.Our listeners create our podcast! Send your questions to [email protected]... because there are no dumb questions, just smart advice.Thanks for listening! Gear Abby is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.
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