I got them when the FRS radios first came out about 15 years ago for skiing and have been using them for other activities as well. I've even used them while skiing in the Swiss Alps and they really come in handy. Now we use them for camping, down the shore to communicate between the beach and the house, tailgating, caravaning, biking, etc.

A must for the kiddo's. We have fun with them too...Our new walkie talkies are new...their name escapes me atm. They are a 27 mile radius and our last camping trip they sure did come in handy as they were new! Another great object to have when you have kids and teens to keep them engaged and safe.

I have a pair of motorola's.  I don't know what they are or the distance they cover.  My Dad and I used them at flea markets when we had a booth and one of us would go for a walk.  Now I use them for odd things like running wire from the basement to the attic, traveling with 2 cars, etc.  They are usually in the camper but I haven't used them yet while camping.  I am sure I will at some point.