Rocky Mountain Tracking

By Greg Bartlett

Dogs get lost constantly. Some dogs are escape artists, digging or climbing their way to freedom, or perhaps even figuring out how to work the latch. Others are just powerful enough to break the fence or pull along whatever they were fastened to that was supposed to keep them there. Some might be overly enthusiastic while hiking, hunting, or camping and get too far away from their owners. Some dogs may even get scared by noises or visitors and run off in fear.

Pet Tracking Collar

Hikers and hunters, who take their dogs out into the woods and other remote areas, may have particular trouble losing their dogs, but even in a city your dog may become lost. For instance, a lawyer’s two Malamutes were tied to a picnic table behind a six-foot fence. Nevertheless, they got out, pulling the table with them. Jack Russell terrier and Beagle owners report that their dogs often dig their way out or find some small hole to escape from the fenced yard. So sometimes all the precautions you may take – a fence and leash, for instance – may not be enough. Your dog may still get lost.

Naturally you want your pet back. Sometimes this is hard to achieve, especially when your dog may have been picked up by someone else who noticed your pet running loose. Thankfully, technology now allows pet owners to monitor their dogs with a GPS tracking device in their dog’s collar.

A GPS tracking device can let owners know where their dog is at all times, and can notify the owner should the dog leave a predetermined boundary, say, your back yard. It can notify the owner about the dog’s speed, which would indicate if it’s on its own or if it’s in a car, which may occur if the dog is stolen. The GPS tracking device will provide the owner with constant monitoring of the dog’s activities and can even provide directions to the dog’s location. With an LED light in the device which can be turned on with a text message, finding the dog in the dark is also possible.

Finding out where your dog has gone if it gets lost is important to you. With a GPS tracking device, you can have peace of mind knowing that whether your dog is an escape artist, strong enough to break through the fence, or gets too excited chasing a squirrel, you can find your dog again.

By Harriette Halepis

The main duty of a parole officer is to keep an eye on a newly released criminal. This is done through visit, follow-up phone calls, family communication, and other similar methods. Regular parole officers are assigned around 100 cases, and “intensive” parole officers are assigned around 40 cases.

There’s no clouding the fact that parole officers are overworked. There simply aren’t enough parole officers in the world to cover the number of criminals that require constant monitoring. Not only is the task of checking in on hundreds of criminals weekly impossible, it is also a public safety risk.

With the help of GPS tracking devices, parole officers can keep an electronic eye on all offenders at all times. In addition to regular meetings and phone calls, GPS trackers would provide another way for parole officers to stay in-touch with criminals.

While combining GPS trackers with parole officers has not been implemented yet, it is an idea that is bound to be tested very soon. There’s no cutting back on the number of criminals that are released into society, but technology has found a way to ensure that those criminals are constantly supervised.

The average parolee must meet with their parole contact at least once per week –sometimes, once per month. During the rest of the week, parole officers make every attempt to know the whereabouts of their case assignments. Still, this is not always possible given time constraints and an abundance of case files.

The time that parolees spend not meeting with their parole officers can easily be spent doing other things—including criminal activities. Thus, the sheer lack of control over parolees can lead to an unstable community.

GPS technology is poised to assist parole officers with the difficult task of following parolees. The devices are accurate, they exist, and they have been proven affective time and again. Rather than assign parole officers more cases, doesn’t it make more sense to use GPS tracking technology?

Nothing can replace human insight and instinct when it comes to following parolees, but the addition of technology will certainly help to make streets safer. In fact, technology exists in order to better our world, so why not take advantage of it? GPS tracking devices can assist parole officers with their duties, which means that a lot less criminals will be able to get away with crime when parole officers aren’t looking.

By Greg Bartlett

During the hot summer months only the most dedicated of runners commit to continue distance running outdoors. Possibilities of heat stroke, dehydration and sun poisoning increase as the temperature rises and runners should take precautions to keep from succumbing to the dangers of exertion in hot weather. Drinking lots of water, running in the early morning or late evening, and wearing light colored clothing and hats all contribute to safety on the running trail, but have you considered making a GPS tracking device part of your running safety routine as well?

GPS tracking devices come in many forms, but the most practical for runners might be the GPS watch. The device transmits location signals to your home computer and allows you to keep track of where you have been and how much distance you have covered. In addition, a family member can keep an eye on your whereabouts so that if you are gone longer than expected, they can check up on you. In cases of heat stroke or fainting, this knowledge could be lifesaving. As an added benefit, some GPS watches have built in heart rate monitors that allow you to gauge your fitness levels and calculate your progress over time.

Most runners are independent spirits who enjoy being out alone for long periods of time. While these distance running excursions can be exhilarating for you, they can be worrisome for a clock-watching spouse, especially if you do not arrive home when expected. If you are wearing your GPS tracking device watch, your spouse can quickly check your location in real time and be reassured of your safety. Some models also feature an alarm button that you can press if you need help. The device will send an alert letting someone know that you need assistance.

GPS tracking devices may seem like an expensive toy for individual use, but in reality they have lifesaving potential. You can’t predict what might happen that is beyond your control when you’re out alone exercising. In addition to heat exhaustion or other physical injury, you may encounter a thief looking for an easy target or an unfriendly dog that can overpower you. Your safety and the peace of mind provided to your spouse or family members far outweigh the initial cost of equipping yourself with a GPS watch. Running should be an enjoyable activity that keeps you fit both mentally and physically. Your investment in a GPS watch will ensure that it remains just that.

by James Neely - freelance writer for hire

If you are a business person who is in charge of physical assets, then you know the massive job it becomes in properly managing these assets. Now, add to that the difficult economic conditions and you will quickly see that help is needed. With employee ranks trimmed to the bare minimum, you need all of the tools that you can get.

That is why a GPS Tracking device should be added to each and every asset that has the potential to cost a lot of money should it be stolen. If these assets reside out-of-doors, that is even more of a reason to obtain these units.
Here are some specific ways that you can benefit from having these units:

Recovery efforts. With thefts increasing daily, it is imperative to protect assets. And, should they become stolen, being able to track them will help get them back to you quickly so that you do not cripple your business operations. Law enforcement agencies are beset with cases and just another one added to the pile is not encouraging. But, being able to provide instantaneous data to authorities on the location of stolen assets gets their attention. They would much rather solve a case instantly over having it sit for days / weeks / months / years with little or no hope of solving the case. Being able to locate your asset quickly means that you will be back in business quickly as well.

Insurance satisfaction. You can often realize a reduction in premiums by obtaining and installing a GPS Tracking device. Insurance companies realize the value in lessening their risk. So, they are opened to lower premiums overall.
You can also use these systems to verify business activities. Were you where you were supposed to be with the asset? Does the customer have a dispute with you over contractual compliance? You can obtain information to support your claims from one of these GPS Tracking devices.

What better addition to your business? You can not only protect your assets, but help improve your profits at the same time. The more you investigate the benefits of GPS Tracking devices, the more you will be convinced that you need them in your daily operations. Just a few hundred dollars now can make the difference between making a profit or taking a loss. Peace of mind is possible when you implement these GPS Tracking devices in your business. You will wonder why it took you so long to get it done.

by James Neely - freelance writer for hire

A list of the most exhilarating outdoor activities has to include Whitewater rafting. It mixes adventure with team work as well as a small amount of danger. If you have a love for outdoors and have never tried it, you don’t know what you are missing.

Whitewater rafting can be a short trip, day long adventure or even an overnight event. These trips can be on relatively rough waters for more experienced rafters, or calmer rivers for the less adventurous. Whichever you prefer, you will come back with many stories to tell.

One of the ways in which you can capture your adventure is by including a GPS Tracking device. Even a passive device like the Tracking Key would provide a good deal of information that you can use after the fact. However, if you feel the need for additional safety, then a PT-200 would work great because it supplies portability with real-time Internet tracking.

That provides you with the best security, especially if you are in a remote area that does not have cell signal coverage. Plus, those who care can track your progress. When you are back from your vacation, you can use the tracking on maps in order to show progress and add still pictures and video of your time on the trip.
With the features of GPS Tracking devices you can track for location, direction of travel, and speed. These are all valuable bits of data to have.

Location gives the observer an instant, pin-point accurate view of where you are located. This helps judge the adventure by comparing it to previous trips to measure progress towards your goal.

Direction of travel helps the observers to note which way you are going and whether or not you are keeping to the normal trip paths.

Speed helps keep a watch on your movements towards the finish of the trip. This helps tell those who need to know, when you will be arriving and will need to be transported back to home operations.

Safety is a big reason to obtain a GPS Tracking device for your trips. Should there be an accident the device will show no movement or progress which can be a red flag. Also, with geo-fencing, if the device violates a perimeter that is established on a computer, then an email and other notifications can be sent to alert those who need to know.

GPS Tracking devices are finding their way into more and more businesses. Each device fills a unique requirement and does so with appropriateness needed for the project. You will wonder what you did without these devices to begin with.

By Greg Bartlett

If you’re like most people, at some point in time you have lost something. Maybe you accidentally dropped it and didn’t realize it, or maybe you put it somewhere and can’t remember where it is. Possibly someone else moved it and didn’t inform you, or the item could even have been stolen.

Satellite and Stratosphere

You may spend hours hunting for your lost possessions and never find them. This is especially problematic if you’re not at your own house, and you don’t know if you will ever see your possession again.

So, do you just go ahead and give up if an item is missing, even if you know it’s been stolen? Or if it’s been lost or mislaid, does the next person who finds it get to keep it? Thankfully, the answer can be no. You can get your item back with the help of GPS tracking devices.

People use GPS devices in their cars, cell phones, electronics, furniture, and pretty much any item they want. Some people put them on their pets so that if the pet gets lost, the owner can recover their furry member of the family. GPS tracking devices show the precise location of the tracked object, allowing owners to find and retrieve lost or stolen items.

For instance, one woman in Texas had her purse and cell phone stolen from her car. She had GPS tracking in her cell phone, though, and she followed her cell phone’s location through her personal computer, allowing police to find and recover both her purse and cell phone.

Another individual reported losing his cell phone while jogging, but was able to recover it when he used the GPS tracking in the phone to tell him where his lost phone was.

Of course, you probably can’t afford – or even want to – put a GPS device on everything you own. But people are putting them on their more expensive items or things which are more likely to be stolen. Cars, electronics, and cell phones are popular items to be tracked with GPS.

People whose cars have been stolen can often recover them if they have GPS vehicle tracking. Boats with GPS tracking devices can be found if they are stolen or drift away because the boat was improperly secured.

Your lost, misplaced, or stolen item doesn’t have to stay that way, or to fall into someone else’s hands. With GPS tracking devices, you can get your item back.

by James Neely - freelance writer for hire

Instead of assuming that everyone knows what a GPS Tracking device is, we will attempt to tackle the five most important questions about them here.

What is a GPS Tracking Device? Technological advances in the last 25 years have allowed us to do some amazing things. Cell phones, tiny music players, intricate medical instruments, etc. And we cannot leave out advances in satellite technology called GPS Tracking.

A GPS Tracking unit is an electronic device that has a power source (either self-contained battery or external source) that powers the device which sends and in some cases receives signals to and from a satellite orbiting the earth. The types and amounts of data depend on the model of tracking unit that you have purchased, but you can obtain direction of travel, speed, and location at the very minimum. And it can be done on a real-time or periodic basis.

What is the difference between these and GPS Navigation Devices? GPS Tracking devices serve the purpose of gathering data from a source in order to help in situations where verification is needed. This is especially beneficial for businesses needing to validate contractual obligations such as deliveries, etc. This does not mean that consumers cannot purchase and use these rather, there are specific tasks tied to them that are limiting in their scope.

GPS Navigation is more directed towards an OEM and consumer after-market for vehicles which provides things like turn-by-turn directions, emergency assistance in case of an accident or other data from the vehicle that can be used to help trouble-shoot maintenance issues.

What are the advantages of a GPS Tracking device? If you run or own a business that has a fleet of vehicles or makes deliveries, then GPS Tracking is for you. Being able to track vehicles in almost real-time gives you the power to change routes, monitor progress or view starts and stops. If you need one device to track a specific person or vehicle, these are very inexpensive and can give you verification on the activities of a person of interest
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Where can I get a GPS Tracking Device? Rocking Mountain Tracking has a wide range of GPS Tracking devices for almost any application. Visit the main webpage in order to see which products are right for you.

How much do they cost? Surprisingly, the cost is relatively low. Just a few hundred dollars can get you into an entry level device that provides solid information on a battery powered unit small enough to fit in the glove box in a car.

There are so many advantages, you must see to believe. Visit Rocky Mountain Tracking’s website today and get online help in choose the right GPS Tracking device for you.

By Greg Bartlett

Do you have a relative, friend, or loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s? You’re not the only one who worries about the location of the Alzheimer’s patient – about 26 million people today have Alzheimer’s. According to one expert, about 60% of Alzheimer’s patients wander off and get lost at least once, and if not located within approximately 24 hours, nearly half of them could die since they rarely ask for or accept assistance or directions.

An Alzheimer’s patient becoming lost is frightening for both the family and the patient, and many caregivers are seeking ways to protect the patient from getting lost.

Concerned caregivers have tried different ways of tracking Alzheimer’s patients. One popular way is with GPS tracking devices, often some form of bracelet or ankle device.
These, however, can be uncomfortable and awkward. So researchers recently came up with a new option – GPS tracking enabled shoes.

With GPS tracking devices unobtrusively hidden inside shoes, Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers can have greater peace of mind.

Medical personnel and researchers claim that Alzheimer’s patients are unlikely to forget to put on their shoes, and once they have them on, the caregiver can track every movement. If the patient does wander off and become lost, the tracking devices can lead the caregiver within 30 feet of the patient very quickly, speeding up rescue efforts.

With the shoes and GPS tracking, many families may be able to keep their loved ones at home instead of putting them in a nursing home or assisted living facility. The fear of the Alzheimer’s patient wandering off, getting lost, and possibly dying can be eliminated and the family reassured that they can safely take care of the patient.

The shoes also allow the caregiver to be alerted if the patient wanders outside predetermined boundaries, even sending the caregiver a map with the patient’s location and directions to reach the patient if the boundaries are crossed.

With the increased ability to locate and rescue wandering Alzheimer’s patients, one researcher believes the GPS tracking devices in shoes have potential to save billions of government dollars in search and rescue efforts. Even more importantly, he believes the shoes will save lives.

If your loved one suffers from Alzheimer’s, give both yourself and the patient peace of mind. Tracking patients can eliminate the stress and worry of patients becoming lost and can even save their lives. All it takes is a pair of shoes with GPS tracking devices.

By Greg Bartlett

When the average person thinks about GPS tracking, he thinks of tracking a car, a person, or maybe a valuable possession like a laptop. But did you know that GPS technology can benefit you as a hunter as well? Although most hunters like the feeling of being out in nature by themselves and getting away from all the noise and technology of everyday life, taking a GPS tracking device with you into the woods can benefit you in several ways.

Perhaps the greatest benefit of carrying a GPS tracking device with you is the peace of mind it provides to your family and loved ones. Your transmitter will send a signal to a receiving device at given intervals so that your progress can be tracked from a home computer. While hunting isn’t usually an especially dangerous pastime, there is always the possibility of becoming lost or encountering an unusual circumstance that prevents you from returning to camp when you intended to. In these situations, a family member or friend can view your whereabouts in real time or they can view a printout of where you have been throughout the day.

Another reason you should consider carrying a GPS tracking device on your next hunting trip is for personal safety. Many devices come equipped with an alarm which can be activated if you are in need of assistance. Pressing a button sends an alert to a cell phone or computer, letting someone know that you need help. For instance, if you should fall or experience another kind of injury while out alone in the woods, your GPS tracking device will summon help immediately. Worries of lying helpless at the bottom of a tree while no one knows to look for you will be eliminated.

A final consideration for the outdoorsman is how they can be contacted in case of an emergency. Cell phones often don’t work in the middle of the woods, and sending someone to find you can be time consuming and futile. A GPS tracking device will tell your family exactly where you are and what direction you are traveling in so that someone can come directly to you at any given time. In the event of an injury or family emergency back home, you’ll be glad someone could get to you quickly.

Next time you are itching to get away from it all, don’t forget that you can provide peace of mind to your family while you’re indulging in some peace and quiet, all thanks to the GPS tracking device.

by James Neely - freelance writer for hire

State and local highway departments have the job of not only maintaining the surfaces of the streets and roads within their jurisdiction, but also in keeping grass mowed and vegetation trimmed. This is a massive job that requires heavy duty mowing equipment.

Working out of doors brings certain vulnerabilities to equipment that is stored onsite for mowing purposes. These liabilities can be minimized with GPS Tracking devices which are fully integrated into your operations. Here is how:

Real-time tracking. Ever wonder where your equipment and operators are at this very moment? Are they mowing or sitting in the cab of their trucks in the air conditioning? Now you can know. Does the mowing really take that long, or are the workers sand-bagging? Watch their progress and make up your own mind. With this type of tracking, workers who are aware of it make it a priority to adhere closer to their schedules. Productivity automatically goes up. Mowing times decrease.

On all the time. When your equipment sits idle, it is vulnerable to vandals and thieves. Even with advanced security, these tractors and equipment can be stolen if the perpetrators are intent on taking it. That is why GPS Tracking devices are so important. Even if the battery is disconnected, the devices still emit a signal which makes them traceable. Then, the proper authorities can be brought in to make an arrest. You get your equipment back sooner and are able to place it back into service instantly.

Monitoring for location, direction and speed. How are your crews doing overall? Where are they and how fast are they getting done? GPS Tracking devices help you to watch your crew to make sure that they are headed in the right direction and are doing so at normal speed. Your control level is heightened and you are able to produce reports to back up the claims of your crews.

The mowing business is difficult enough to run on its own without assistance. GPS Tracking devices affixed to your equipment is your assistant in the management of your operations. You will be able to keep your mowing crews and operations under control while you spend your time working on more important issues. It is in your best interest to institute the best systems to make your job easier and GPS Tracking device fit that requirement perfectly. Make them a part of your operations today.