Welcome to episode 160 of the first 40 miles.

If you're new to backpacking, or if you're hopelessly in love with someone who wants you to love backpacking,

then this podcast is for you.

We'll talk about the essentials,

how to lighten your load,

and how to make the most of your time on the trail.

I'm your host, Kilo India 7 November X-ray Kilo.

And I'm Kilo India 7 November X-ray Lima.

And this is the first 40 miles.

Today on the first 40 miles, how do you communicate from point A when your friends are at

point B?

One of our listeners clued us into how he stays connected with trailmates while

backpacking. Then we'll review the communication device we've been using, plus teach you a simple

code you wish you would have known when you were passing notes in fourth grade.

And we'll leave you with some trail wisdom that will help you fine tune your communication skills on and off the trail.

All this?

And that's about it.

Today on the first 40 miles. Well communication has come a long way.

Used to be if you wanted to communicate with someone across the canyon, you would cup your hands around your mouth and yell,

Hello!

And magically, the person on the other side of the canyon, which there always was, would answer back.

Hello! Our cell phones lose their signal on most of the trips that we go on.

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