Get out there this summer

We live in one of the most beautiful places on earth (its on the license plate after all!) If you’re one of the many British Columbians who loves the great outdoors, we are the place for you.

We often think about our gear with respect to tents or hiking boots. However, one of the most important pieces of gear is your communication. Every year, hundreds of people get lost in BC’s back country. Make sure you have the resources you need to get home safely!

There are a few ways you can stay connected while playing in nature. First, you can use ‘walkie talkies’ also known as FRS units. These handy devices help keep you connected with others in your group. Thus, if someone goes wandering off, you can find them and get home safely. These devices are very cost efficient and super easy to use.

Tend to hang out alone during your adventures? Sat devices are the thing for you. These units help you to communicate with those at home while you are out in the woods. These units range in price and features. Spot units are perfect for simple communications. InReach are more complex and allow for two way communication.

Want to learn more? Check out our Adventure Tourism Brochure!

Adventure Tourism

Spot News Release:1000 Rescues in Canada

SPOT Satellite Technology Delivers Peace of Mind for Outdoor Enthusiasts with 1,000 Rescues Initiated in Canada – over 3,500 Rescues Worldwide
Proven and essential safety gear, SPOT devices provide affordable and reliable connectivity, S.O.S. notifications, and real-time GPS tracking, completely independent of cellular coverage

Highlights:

  • SPOT satellite devices have been used to initiate 1,000 rescues in Canada since 2007; over 3,500 worldwide.
  • SPOT gained 12,000 new Canadian users in 2014; 55,000 worldwide.
  • B.C., Alberta and Nunavut account for the majority of SPOT rescue incidents to date.

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario – March 25, 2015 – Globalstar Canada Satellite Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar Inc. (NYSE MKT: GSAT) and the leader in satellite messaging and emergency notification technologies, announced today that its SPOT products have been used to initiate 1,000 rescues in Canada, many life-saving, since the technology was launched in 2007. British Columbia has reported the greatest number of SPOT rescues with 376 incidents, followed by Alberta at 115 and Nunavut at 111. Another 96 SPOT rescues have been initiated in Ontario and 85 in Quebec. The majority of these rescues were comprised of hiking/mountain sports, boating/water sports and motor vehicle incidents.

With hundreds of thousands of SPOT units in service globally, SPOT delivers peace of mind for outdoor enthusiasts with affordable and reliable connectivity and real-time GPS tracking, when there is unreliable or no cellular coverage. In Canada, SPOT gained 12,000 new users in 2014, adding 55,000 worldwide, a record number of activations in any single year which underscores the fact that Canadians increasingly want to stay connected.

SPOT products offer users worldwide peace of mind, by allowing them to track their assets, use location-based messaging and emergency notification technology and to make calls beyond the reach of mobile signals. Since it was introduced, outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers such as hikers, boaters, campers and outdoor recreation enthusiasts have come to depend on SPOT’s life-saving capabilities.

Emergency Preparedness
The first week of May is Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada, a time when Canadians are encouraged to take a role in being prepared for an emergency. This includes knowing the risks, making a plan and building an emergency kit. Essential and proven safety gear, SPOT satellite devices can be an important part of trip planning for anyone considering outdoor adventures where cellular coverage is unreliable or unavailable.

According to Kevin Callan, SPOT Ambassador and the ‘Happy Camper’:  “SPOT Gen3 is an incredible piece of technology that not only allows for a much safer wilderness trip, but it also provides a sense of ease for friends and family at home. That’s a huge asset. With GPS accuracy, it pin-points my location, lets people at home know where I am, and that I’m safe. It also can send an emergency signal if I ever need it. I’ve used this device for several years now and greatly depend on it.”

SPOT continues to innovate with products and services that deliver peace of mind, reliable connectivity and accurate GPS tracking solutions that are relevant to millions of users around the world, such as:

  • SPOT Gen3™ is a rugged and affordable GPS tracking device providing off-the-grid messaging, emergency alerts, extended battery life, and extreme GPS tracking at 2 ½ minute intervals.
  • SPOT Global Phone is the most affordable satellite phone available in retail, allowing users to make calls virtually anywhere beyond the boundaries of cellular.
  • SPOT Trace™ is a GPS tracking device which uses 100% satellite technology to track anything, anytime, anywhere. SPOT Trace ensures that users never lose sight of their car, boat, motorcycle, ATV or other valuable gear.

The ability to send S.O.S. notifications to GEOS and emergency dispatch services are included in the SPOT Basic Service plan. The GEOS International Emergency Response Coordination Center is staffed 24/7 with dedicated and highly trained operatives who have access to emergency responders worldwide, to ensure timely and efficient response to each emergency situation.