Re[2]: [Philmont]: Nextel cell Phones

Yes, cell phone reception may be questionable. I do think that the
standard for use at PTC (Philmont Training Center) would be different than
for an advisor in the wilderness with a crew. I would see no problem
bringing one and seeing what you can get.

>BJD> No cell phones should be allowed at PTC?

At 6/27/2003 12:26 PM, you wrote:
>New to the list ? :-)
>We have this "discussion" about the merits of cell phones periodicaly.
>I'll try to summarize...
>
>1) Reception is awful to non-existent in the account, but
>sometimes possible at high elevations.
>2) Using them to call work or home doesn't contribute to a "wilderness
>experience".
>3) They have on several occasions proven useful in emergencies, but
>certainly certainly should not be relied on for that.
>4) don't call 911 in an emergency, call Philmont base camp (the #s in
>your "Guidebook to Adventure".

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Received on Fri Jun 27 12:27:01 2003