Beacon Checkpoint
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A beacon checkpoint on Vail Pass, a backcountry area that sees lots of traffic in the winter. As the backcountry community is expanding in Colorado, the presence of beacon checkpoints serves as a reminder to all that a properly working beacon is always recommended in the backcountry.
Location
Vail Pass
Place
Summit County
Date
March 25, 2022