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When does a group do its beacon check?

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  1. Before leaving the trailhead
  2. At the summit
  3. After lunch

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References

  1. Avalanche.org: Transceiver Check avalanche.org/avalanche-encyclopedia/travel-advice/transceiver-check Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Avalanche.org: Transceiver Check avalanche.org/avalanche-encyclopedia/travel-advice/transceiver-check Checked 2026-10-10.
  3. Avalanche.org: Transceiver Check avalanche.org/avalanche-encyclopedia/travel-advice/transceiver-check Checked 2026-10-10.

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