I’m hiking a trail I’ve hiked before in Eastern Sierras. It’s only an overnighter and we will be camping at 11k. There might be some weather.

Im bringing my partner out who is newer to all of this. And feel a sense of responsibility. Typically, I love having the Inreach no matter what given you never know what could happen. So it’s a huge peace of mind.

I have a solid amount of experience having hiked the AZT solo. So it’s not like I’m entirely green or make bad choices. Have proper rain gear and warmth etc. in the event of weather.

But yeah, what would you do? Another alternative which I’m hoping to get feedback on… it looks like iPhone does have its Emergency SOS messaging available on my phone. You point it to satellites and can connect with emergency services, but has anyone had experience with this being effective?

Thanks for any feedback. I feel like a kook for forgetting it but that might be the price of packing for two people and dialing everything in and leading the trip. But still kicking myself for forgetting arguably one of the most important tools.