How do I manage my cell phone battery in the backcountry?

January 26th, 2022 by Carl D

Carefully. But here are a few tips.

  • You DEFINITELY want to ensure your phone is fully charged before you hop on the float plane.
  • Make sure you turn Airplane mode on, so it’s not looking for signal.
  • Switch to low power mode (if it’s an iPhone)
  • Dim the screen a bit
  • You can also buy a small battery pack. I use a small one by GoalZero.

And AGAIN, TURN IT ON AIRPLANE MODE.

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