Every SAR rescue is unique and this one was a challenging effort by many. Not everyone is comfortable talking about their rescue but we're grateful for those that do want to share their experience with others. Arrowsmith Search and Rescue youtu.be/MvH1_a7BhqA?si…

Some days we can relate to Eeyore's mood. Taking a moment to evaluate your stress bucket and using tools to mitigate stressors is a good way to fend off the gloomies. 'The nicest thing about the rain is it always stops... eventually'. #EeyoresBirthday #CISM #CISM Saturday #BCSAR

In support of the #GrouseGrind Trail opening 4/27/2024 we’re sharing our trail video for #hikers to watch. #GrouseMountainRegionalPark
#HikeSmart

This is 1 of the top 10 trails in BC requiring search & rescue.

In depth video ⤵️
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Leading up to our Summer 2024 Webinar Series (📣 April 22) we’re amping you up with a little #ThrowbackThursday

Every Thurs (Mar 28-May 2) we’ll share 1/6 webinars.

# 5 ~ GOOD SAMARITAN HELPS HIKER (aired 2/23/2023)

Let’s prep & be rescue ready!
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Our SUMMER SERIES is here!

ANNOUNCING 10 special events, 13 unique guests and sponsored (with awesome giveaways 🎁 ) from 5 orgs!

Your adventurous summer starts with us BC AdventureSmart

Events linked & in stream below.
#SUMMER2024

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With today being 4:20, its a good time to talk about substance use. It's okay to not be okay. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, help is available. Reach out to friends, family and community resources. #CISM #CISM Saturday #BCSAR

Thanks to Ridge Meadows SAR for helping and rescuing (Fall 2022) this hiker.

Learning from subjects who share their personal stories & decisions is commendable, thanks to Christina B for sharing her story.

(& we’ve seen the line up for BC AdventureSmart’s summer series & 🤩💥!)

Do we see new call types in our future? 😂 🎈

Thanks to SARVAC_ACVRS for creating this interactive learning experience. AdventureSmart = national sector)

He looks AdventureSmart to us! (& 💪😁)

Sharing these informative events before the new series (TBA soon!) is a really helpful plan to gear up for what’s ahead. 👍🏼👍🏼 to North Shore Rescue’s Dr. Alec Ritchie for his support with prevention (& his specialized skills with response).

Love ❤️ these throwbacks leading up to summer 2024.

Two of our Technology Committee members, from Sparwood SAR & Coquitlam SAR, were on this panel, check it out!

What does RESCUE READY mean to you? #RescueReady

Prepping for play & being rescue ready sounds AdventureSmart to us!

Let’s all look 👀 back (to last summer) as we look 👀 forward to this summer.

Leading up to our Summer 2024 Webinar Series (TBA soon!) we’re amping you up with a little #ThrowbackThursday

Every Thurs (Mar 28-May 2) we’ll share 1/6 webinars from last summer helping you prep for this summer!

Let’s prep for play & be rescue ready! #bcadventuresmart

Spring is upon us! Take a page from the season of renewal and do something that makes you feel rejuvenated. The CISM team encourages you to get outside today and take in all that nature has to offer. #CISM Saturday #CISM #BCSAR

This weekend, the best riding will probably be where you can find dry snow. This will also be where you're most likely to be able to trigger the persistent slab problem in some of our interior regions!

Get the forecast at avalanche.ca

Warm weather warnings from pooch pros Dyna & Pika.

⚠️⛷️🏂 within ski area boundaries
⚠️follow the Alpine Responsibility Code
⚠️check backcountry avy ‼️ level
⚠️choose terrain wisely
⚠️carry/know how to use avy gear
⚠️need help? 📲 911 ASAP
⚠️in 🆘 👉🏼 stop-think-observe-plan

Avalanches in British Columbia are no joke. Be prepared and make informed decisions before heading into avalanche terrain.

Check Avalanche Canada for conditions. Visit Prepared BC and BC AdventureSmart for more info on how to safely explore BC's backcountry.

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While skiing & snowboarding during heavy snowfall don’t forget about the hazards of ⚠️SNOW IMMERSION & TREE WELLS⚠️.

What’s snow immersion❓
It happens when ⛷️ 🏂 falls into an area of deep unconsolidated snow & becomes immobilized, suffocation can occur.
#snowimmersion