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When should your avalanche beacon be worn and turned on?

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  1. Only after a slide happens
  2. Stored loose in your pack lid
  3. Always on, worn on your body, in send mode

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References

  1. Avalanche.org: Transceiver/Beacon avalanche.org/avalanche-encyclopedia/gear/transceiver-beacon Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Avalanche.org: Transceiver/Beacon avalanche.org/avalanche-encyclopedia/gear/transceiver-beacon Checked 2026-10-10.

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