Life-Saving Equipment for Skiers & Snowboarders

Founded in Montana by an avid skier and engineer, Glacier Rescue Systems LLC is a small, 100% U.S.-based company who specializes in developing life-saving equipment for outdoors enthusiasts. Our flagship product, the AutoWhistle™ Tree Well Alarm, is a first-of-its-kind, patent-pending alarm system that automatically detects if you get trapped in a tree well and alerts others that you need help - without any input from the user required.

With no professional training required - and a much lower cost than other avalanche equipment - the AutoWhistle™ integrates seamlessly into your existing gear, fitting perfectly in the pocket of your outer jacket, and is suitable for beginners and experts, adults and children alike.

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Tree Well Facts

What is a tree well?

Tree wells are hidden holes that form around the base of a tree in deep snow. If you fall in, you can get stuck and buried, often without anyone seeing, leading to suffocation. [Source: Wilderness Medicine Magazine].

Why are tree wells so dangerous?

90% of people who become stuck in a tree well cannot rescue themselves due to being flipped upside down. [Source: Wilderness Medicine Magazine].

How common are tree well fatalities?

Tree well fatalities occur every year across the world, including several in the united states. [Source: Outside Magazine].

Where do tree well fatalities occur?

Most tree well victims are skiers and snowboarders who ski on or near developed ski resorts. [Source: Idaho Climbing Guide].

20% of ski area fatalities are attributed to tree wells. [Source: Park City News].

How fast can accidents happen?

Tree well fatalities can occur in less than 15 minutes with unconsciousness occurring much sooner. [Source: Park City News].