{"id":5016,"date":"2023-10-24T13:11:53","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T02:41:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/?p=5016"},"modified":"2023-10-24T15:18:44","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T04:48:44","slug":"4wd-self-sufficiency-part-1-water","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/4wd-self-sufficiency-part-1-water\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Steps to 4WD Self-Sufficiency"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">Remote travelling requires adequate levels of three major essentials: <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">Water<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">Food<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">Communication<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">While their ranking is arguable, this blog<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">\u00a0describes the importance of each on every off-grid getaway, and how to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">maintain<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\"> self-sufficiency within your four-wheeled headquarters! <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">Buckle up, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187246800 BCX9\">drink up, keep in touch &#8211; and read on!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19493 size-full\" title=\"Take 200% more water with you on a trip, just in case you run into trouble\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-cans-on-the-swing-out-of-vehicle.jpg\" alt=\"Water cans on the swing out of a 4WD vehicle.\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-cans-on-the-swing-out-of-vehicle.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-cans-on-the-swing-out-of-vehicle-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-cans-on-the-swing-out-of-vehicle-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-cans-on-the-swing-out-of-vehicle-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Water cans on the swing out of the 4WD (reserves for emergency situations).\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Water<\/h2>\n<p>Water seems so simple: it\u2019s a liquid, it\u2019s transparent, and it\u2019s thirst-quenching!<\/p>\n<p>However, when travelling remotely in your vehicle, water is the most important consideration of all.<\/p>\n<p>Four-Wheeled Drive (4WD) self-sufficiency is:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Carrying your water<\/li>\n<li>Transporting your food<\/li>\n<li>Moving your fuel<\/li>\n<li>Having a reliable communication link and<\/li>\n<li>Recovering your vehicle if it gets stuck<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While the ranking of food, fuel, communication, and recovery gear could be argued, water is definitely the most important factor to consider when travelling to a remote area. You can\u2019t live without it for more than about 3 days!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-58999 size-full\" title=\"Water is the most important consideration for remote travelling\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body4.jpg\" alt=\"A 4WD drives through a body of water at sunset. The outback scene is a vivid orange and the sky is a bright blue. \" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body4.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body4-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>When travelling remotely in your vehicle, water is the most important consideration of all. Image: Darche\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>How Much is Needed?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To be safe in a remote area, you should have 200% more water than you need for survival. The volume needed for survival equates to 2-3L drinking water per person, per day.<\/p>\n<p>If you have calculated your requirements at the common 5L per person, per day, or 10L in desert areas (which accounts for everything: drinking, washing up, brushing teeth, etc.), you should end up with a volume of water that includes the contingency or doubled drinking water for survival.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">For example:<\/span> 3 people are spending 5 days in the Kimberly region of Western Australia.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Survival water requirements: 3 people x 5 days x 2L\/ day = 30L<\/li>\n<li>Total water requirements: 3 people x 5 days x 5L\/ day = 75 L<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>200% of the amount required for survival is 60L, so 75L should cover this group. If you\u2019re spending time in a remote area and you want to be truly self-sufficient, you need to carry a fair volume of water. Thankfully, there are a few options when it comes to storing water in your 4WD:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">A water tank:<\/span> constructed from stainless-steel or hard plastic, and fitted under the vehicle in the cargo area or in an unused space. This can store a large amount of water (often 150L plus). Make sure the tank is easy to fill and access water from.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=jerry%20cans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Jerry cans:<\/span><\/a> plastic types specifically for water come in a variety of sizes; usually holding 10 or 20 litres. Keep in mind that a 20L jerry full of water is quite heavy and can be difficult to wrangle around the campsite!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">10L <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=water%20cubes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">water cubes<\/a>:<\/span> the square boxed water from the supermarket! You do need to handle these gently, and they can also be hard to squeeze those last few drops of water from!<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Small plastic bottles:<\/span> the 24-packs at the supermarket. These are good because they split your water storage into multiple containers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59003 size-full\" title=\"If you want to be self-sufficient in a remote area, you need to carry a fair volume of water\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body5.jpg\" alt=\"A 4WD with luggage on the roof driving through muddy puddles. \" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body5.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body5-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>If you want to be truly self-sufficient in a remote area, you need to carry a fair volume of water. Image: Darche<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19486 size-full\" title=\"Multiple vessels for carrying water\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-carrying-vessels.jpg\" alt=\"Multiple water-carrying vessels\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-carrying-vessels.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-carrying-vessels-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-carrying-vessels-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Water-carrying-vessels-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Left to Right: 10L Alpine Jug, 2L Water Bladder, 10L Water Cube, 750ml Bottle, 10L and 20L Jerry Cans.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Carry Your Water Across Multiple Containers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A good rule of thumb is to always have your water supply in multiple containers. This way, if one becomes contaminated or damaged, not too much is lost (which could otherwise become life-threatening very quickly).<\/p>\n<p>Water is heavy, so try to position your water containers nice and low inside the vehicle, ideally between the front and back axles. Carrying water on roof racks raises the vehicle&#8217;s centre of gravity, making it unstable (and who wants their water sitting in the sun all day anyway?).<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to consider the presence of water-borne illnesses. Read our article\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/10-facts-you-should-know-about-safe-hydration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u2018Guide to Safe Hydration &amp; Water Purification\u2019<\/a> for tips on keeping your water safe to drink.<\/p>\n<h2>Food<\/h2>\n<p>Nobody wants to go hungry on a camping trip! Good tucker is a great morale booster, and the way you transport food can save time and hassle at the campsite.<\/p>\n<p>We know that water is the most important consideration when travelling in your vehicle. Food is not essential for immediate survival, as you can survive for 3 weeks or more without it. That said, a lack of it makes for an uncomfortable trip at the least, and after a few days, your energy levels and mental concentration will diminish. Yes, living on canned food and pumpernickel bread is possible, but it gets a little ordinary after a while. Fresh food takes you into the realm of true self-sufficiency; so it\u2019s best take plenty, and keep it fresh!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Carrying Fresh Food and Keeping it Cool<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A vehicle fridge enables any perishable food and drink to be taken into remote areas. The most common type of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/portable-fridges\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fridge\/freezer<\/a> is compressor-driven, called a \u2018two-way\u2019. This means it can be powered by 12V or 240V electricity. Sizes range from 15L to 110L, with the common sizes sitting around 60L.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ben and Lauren discuss <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-keeping-camping-food-fresh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tips to keep food fresh<\/a> on the Snowys Camping Show podcast:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ep 2 - Tips for Keeping Camping Food Fresh\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JLRZJfDvGcg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59001 size-full\" title=\"The way you transport food can save time and hassle at the campsite\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body3.jpg\" alt=\"A man sits outside his swag in front of a firepit, with his red 4WD parked behind him. \" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body3.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body3-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Yes, living on canned food is possible, but it gets a little ordinary after a while. Image: Darche<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Storing Food<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/camping-food-storage#?pagenumber=1&amp;orderBy=0&amp;type=3243\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">storage solutions<\/a>, but plastic kitchen containers are more than suitable. These are cheap to buy, airtight, and come in an array of shapes and sizes. You can find some with little internal compartments for a selection of spices or tea-bags, or enormous containers for holding bulky essentials like breakfast cereals or flour.<\/p>\n<p>For softer and liquid foods like jam or UHT milk, make sure to double up the containers or put these foods in plastic bags first. That way, it won\u2019t leak everywhere in the case of breakage.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/camping-food-storage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vacuum sealers<\/a>\u00a0are also available, and handy devices for keeping food fresh and flavoursome for longer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Emergency Supplies<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It pays to always keep a few spare tins of canned food like baked beans, \u2018Man Cans\u2019, and tinned vegetables stowed away in your vehicle, in case you exhaust your fresh food or your fridge calls it quits! Check out\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/quick-easy-food-for-camping-and-hiking\/\">Quick and Easy Food for Camping and Hiking<\/a>\u00a0for some instant meal options that make for great emergency supplies.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17008 size-full\" title=\"Good tucker is a great morale booster!\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/CF-80-Waeco-Fridge.jpg\" alt=\"Woman and child camping with Waeco fridge\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/CF-80-Waeco-Fridge.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/CF-80-Waeco-Fridge-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/CF-80-Waeco-Fridge-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/CF-80-Waeco-Fridge-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>A 12V camp fridge is great for reliably storing food. Photo: Dometic Waeco<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Communication<\/h2>\n<p>Having plenty of food and water while you\u2019re stranded is all well and good \u2013 but if help isn\u2019t coming, it becomes a little superfluous! Communication equipment is essential for self-sufficiency so you can call for help in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few options available for the 4WDer, ranging from short- to long-distance, and cheap to dear.<\/p>\n<p><strong>UHF Radios (Short-Distance Comms)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>UHF radios have a range of up to 20km, depending on the power of the radio (measured in Watts), antenna, and local terrain. While you may be able to call someone on the same 4WD track as you nearby, a UHF won\u2019t cut it in remote areas where the closest people are likely hundreds of kilometres away!<\/p>\n<p>For longer-distance communication, High-Frequency (HF) radios or satellite phones are more effective. That said, these units can be expensive to purchase.<\/p>\n<p><strong>HF Radios (Long-Distance Comms)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>HF radios are mostly found installed in vehicles used for remote outback travel. Although the initial cost is quite high, there are virtually no ongoing costs.<\/p>\n<p>They can be susceptible to interference though, and won\u2019t work if your car battery has run flat. That said, there is a strong community of HF users around Australia \u2013 so contact with someone helpful is almost guaranteed.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59002 size-full\" title=\"HF radios are mostly found installed in vehicles used for remote outback travel\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body1.jpg\" alt=\"A 4WD driving through soft sand with luggage on the roof. \" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body1-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>There are a few communication options available for the 4WDer. Image: Darche<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19467 size-full\" title=\"A UHF radio is great for short-distance communication, e.g. vehicle-to-vehicle.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/UHF-Dash-mounted-radio.jpg\" alt=\"Dash mounted UHF radio\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/UHF-Dash-mounted-radio.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/UHF-Dash-mounted-radio-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/UHF-Dash-mounted-radio-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/UHF-Dash-mounted-radio-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>An Ultra-High-Frequency (UHF) radio is one of the most common pieces of equipment found in a 4WD.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Satellite Phones (A Good Hire Option)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A satellite phone is another effective option. They\u2019re also more accessible to the average outback traveller who might only manage a few trips a year.<\/p>\n<p>It can be operated from anywhere with a clear view of the sky (e.g. not within a canyon), has good call quality, and is portable \u2013 so can be removed from your car on walks.<\/p>\n<p>Hiring is the best option, which is possible from many places at a reasonable cost. The price of calls and text messages can seem outrageous \u2013 but for emergency use, this isn\u2019t a factor anyway.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Distress Beacons (A Last Resort)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Personal Locator Beacons (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/personal-locator-beacons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PLBs<\/a>) are used when 4WDing. When activated, these emit a signal to let authorities know that you need help. Some will also send a GPS location, so you can be located quicker.<\/p>\n<p>A \u2018Spot\u2019 device is not a PLB, but can transmit your location coordinates and messages such as \u2018All is OK\u2019 or \u2018Need help\u2019 to family or friends. It is a very good idea to carry a PLB in remote areas, as a last resort in a life-threatening emergency. We carry\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/personal-locator-beacons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PLB\u2019s at Snowys<\/a>\u00a0and recommend\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/electricbug.com.au\/\">Electric Bug<\/a>\u00a0to assist you with any other outback communication needs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19471 size-full\" title=\"HF Radios are designed for long range radio used to connect cruisers to one another.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Satellite-Phone.jpg\" alt=\"HF Radio\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Satellite-Phone.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Satellite-Phone-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Satellite-Phone-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Satellite-Phone-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/Satellite-Phone-10x6.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>HF Radios are designed for long-range radio connecting cruisers to one another.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-59004 size-full\" title=\"A satellite phone has good call quality and is portable\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body2.jpg\" alt=\"A birds'-eye-view of an adventurer is sitting on a cliff, fishing. A swag and 4WD are behind him. \" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Body2-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>A satellite phone is more accessible to the average outback traveller who might only manage a few trips a year. Image: Darche<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>How do you carry water when travelling in your vehicle? Do you have any nifty tips for storing water and food? Have you ever been in an emergency situation that required the use of one of these communication devices? Let us know in the comments!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class='watch-action'><div class='watch-position align-left'><div class='action-like'><a class='lbg-style1 like-5016 jlk' href='javascript:void(0)' data-task='like' data-post_id='5016' data-nonce='3a17d08ef4' rel='nofollow'><img class='wti-pixel' src='https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/wti-like-post\/images\/pixel.gif' title='Liked it' \/><span class='lc-5016 lc'>7<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div> <div class='status-5016 status align-left'><\/div><\/div><div class='wti-clear'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Remote travelling requires adequate levels of three major essentials: water, food, and communication. While their ranking is arguable, this blog\u00a0describes the importance of each on every off-grid getaway, and how to maintain self-sufficiency within your four-wheeled headquarters! 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