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Are You Prepared for An Emergency in The Outdoors?

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This week's show discusses the importance of having an emergency action plan when spending time outdoors in remote areas. Guest Wes Madden shares his experience as an Army medical evacuation helicopter pilot in Alaska and the many outdoor emergencies he responded to. He emphasizes having communication devices, signaling devices, food, water, shelter, and first aid supplies. The show also discusses that health insurance may not fully cover lifeflight costs and provides information on AirMedCare network membership programs. Additionally, they stress the importance of telling someone where you are going and having basic outdoor safety knowledge and training in case an emergency occurs.

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This week's show discusses the importance of having an emergency action plan when spending time outdoors in remote areas. Guest Wes Madden shares his experience as an Army medical evacuation helicopter pilot in Alaska and the many outdoor emergencies he responded to. He emphasizes having communication devices, signaling devices, food, water, shelter, and first aid supplies. The show also discusses that health insurance may not fully cover lifeflight costs and provides information on AirMedCare network membership programs. Additionally, they stress the importance of telling someone where you are going and having basic outdoor safety knowledge and training in case an emergency occurs.

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