Use of Cellular Telephone in the Mountains

28 September, 1996

Whereas the Board of Directors of the American Alpine Club recognizes that all technological developments can have both a positive and negative effect on the sport of climbing, we urge those entering into the mountain environment to consider the use of the cellular telephone as a communication device and not a substitute for skill and knowledge in the fundamentals of climbing. The cellular telephone is in and of itself not a safety device, nor does it guarantee the delivery of any perceived or needed services in the mountains.

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