How to get a BoltWX weather forecast on your InReach

Step 1

Register for BoltWX
  • Register for BoltWX to receive your access code and the access number you will send messages to.
  • Register for BoltWX here

Step 2

Enable SMS location sharing on your InReach
  • For BoltWX to work, your InReach must be set up to include your GPS location in SMS messages in the Garmin Explore dashboard.

    On the Garmin page under the "Account" tab, scroll to the bottom and find the "SMS Message Configuration" section. Check the box that says “Include my latitude and longitude as text in the message”.

Step 3

Sync your InReach
  • Go to the Garmin Explore or Garmin EarthMate app and sync your InReach. This will update it with the SMS settings you just activated.

    For more information on syncing your device, see the Garmin FAQ here.

Step 4

Send a message
  • From your satellite device, send a message to the BoltWX access number and include your BoltWX access code.

    Your message should look like this:
    BoltWX weather #ACCESSCODE# (48.1234, -123.4567)

  • It may take a few moments for your satellite device to find its GPS position and send the message. You should receive a message back from BoltWX with your weather report.
  • Check out the FAQ here for solutions to the most common issues.
  • That’s it, you’re all set up!

  • Register for BoltWX