Android Phone? Check this out so they know where you are....

[sbursik]

If you have an Android phone there is an app called SeekDroid. You can install it (.99 cents) and then go to a web page http://www.seekdroid.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; and it will show the location of your phone. I use it when I go out fishing and let my gf know the login to the web page so she can see where I am. If I don't come home for some reason it can show the location of my phone at least so they know where to come looking assuming my body is near the phone I keep in a dry box attached to the kayak.

Now this could be used for non-legitimate reasons too I know, but just change your password when you get back if you don't want to be tracked.

[smellyhands]

If I don't come home for some reason it can show the location of my phone at least so they know where to come looking assuming my body is near the phone I keep in a dry box attached to the kayak.

OR, you could just wear a PFD and not die.

I can't tell if you're being funny or weird.

[sbursik]

I do wear a PFD but it gives her a sense of well being knowing I'm okay and she can see if I'm on my way back in so she doesn't have to call.

[Chief Brody]

wheresmydroid - same type of app but free.

also has a couple of other options that are interesting...

[boone_bennett]

You can also use Latitude in Google Maps. It is free.

[Brujo]

Sprint also has Family Locator, which will show where your phone is but, as with all services, you must be within a service area and the phone must be powered on.

[Midcoast Mark]

Anybody still carrying their SPOT?
Mine seems to have crapped out somehow.

[Ron Mc]

it's a great idea.