SPOT Satellite Messenger
Introducing SPOT, the world’s first Satellite Messenger. Raising the safety factor for millions who take to the outdoors each year, SPOT notifies friends, family or an international 9-1-1 emergency call center with status messages based on situation and need. Alert 9-1-1, Ask for Help, Check-In and Track Progress - all with the push of a button.
SPOT gives peace of mind to adventure travelers, business travelers, or anyone who wants a product that keeps them connected whenever they want to be. Live to tell about it™ http://www.findmespot.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;.
that seems like a lot, till ya need it 
if I went further offshore or hiked in the woods a lot, I would probably get one 
