BC Search and Rescue Association
@bcsara.com
BC Search & Rescue Association represents 3,400 volunteer SAR members across BC. Account is not monitored 24/7. If you need help, please call 911.
We’re extremely proud of our program BC AdventureSmart! It was an honour to award them with the 2025 John McGregor memorial award. 💙🏔️
We’re honoured to receive the 2025 John MacGregor Memorial Award from BCSARA in recognition of our vital role in advancing public safety & prevention across BC.
This award reflects the shared commitment of our SAR community. 💙🏔️
#BCAdventureSmart #OutdoorSafety
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This award reflects the shared commitment of our SAR community. 💙🏔️
#BCAdventureSmart #OutdoorSafety
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BC AdventureSmart Receives Prestigious John MacGregor Award for Exemplary Service in Search and Rescue - BC Search and Rescue Association
BC AdventureSmart has been awarded the 2025 John MacGregor Memorial Award in recognition of its vital role in advancing public safety and prevention across British Columbia. The award acknowledges the...
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November 10, 2025 at 10:24 PM
We’re extremely proud of our program BC AdventureSmart! It was an honour to award them with the 2025 John McGregor memorial award. 💙🏔️
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❄️ Know Before You SNOW!
Winter’s almost here, BC! From Nov 6, 2025–Mar 5, 2026, we’re sharing partner tips, skill hill wishes & snow safety.
Follow along all season!
#KnowBeforeYouSNOW #BCAdventureSmart #Winter #YourDesinationIsHome
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Winter’s almost here, BC! From Nov 6, 2025–Mar 5, 2026, we’re sharing partner tips, skill hill wishes & snow safety.
Follow along all season!
#KnowBeforeYouSNOW #BCAdventureSmart #Winter #YourDesinationIsHome
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B.C. adventure non-profit launches winter safety campaign
YouTube video by CityNews
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November 6, 2025 at 3:07 PM
❄️ Know Before You SNOW!
Winter’s almost here, BC! From Nov 6, 2025–Mar 5, 2026, we’re sharing partner tips, skill hill wishes & snow safety.
Follow along all season!
#KnowBeforeYouSNOW #BCAdventureSmart #Winter #YourDesinationIsHome
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Winter’s almost here, BC! From Nov 6, 2025–Mar 5, 2026, we’re sharing partner tips, skill hill wishes & snow safety.
Follow along all season!
#KnowBeforeYouSNOW #BCAdventureSmart #Winter #YourDesinationIsHome
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We back “Know Before You SNOW”—a North Shore winter safety push with BC AdventureSmart, Grouse Mtn, Mt Seymour, Cypress, Metro Van, BC Parks, Avalanche🇨🇦, North Shore Rescue, Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism, Vancouver Coastal Health & school districts.
#KnowBeforeYouSNOW ❄️
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#KnowBeforeYouSNOW ❄️
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Know Before You SNOW: North Shore partners launch winter safety campaign to reduce search and rescue impacts and strengthen B.C.’s safety culture. - BC Search and Rescue Association
North Vancouver, October 29, 2025 — BC AdventureSmart and North Shore partners arelaunching a season-long winter safety campaign to help locals and visitors plan smarter, travelprepared, and reduce im...
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October 29, 2025 at 6:57 PM
We back “Know Before You SNOW”—a North Shore winter safety push with BC AdventureSmart, Grouse Mtn, Mt Seymour, Cypress, Metro Van, BC Parks, Avalanche🇨🇦, North Shore Rescue, Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism, Vancouver Coastal Health & school districts.
#KnowBeforeYouSNOW ❄️
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#KnowBeforeYouSNOW ❄️
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🔔 Oct 15: Stay connected when it matters most!
This session with @Rogers is all about their new mobile-to-satellite tech & how it keeps you in touch in B.C.’s remote areas - it's a must watch!
👉 Learn how it works, where it helps, and what you’ll need.
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This session with @Rogers is all about their new mobile-to-satellite tech & how it keeps you in touch in B.C.’s remote areas - it's a must watch!
👉 Learn how it works, where it helps, and what you’ll need.
bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 14, 2025 at 4:33 AM
🔔 Oct 15: Stay connected when it matters most!
This session with @Rogers is all about their new mobile-to-satellite tech & how it keeps you in touch in B.C.’s remote areas - it's a must watch!
👉 Learn how it works, where it helps, and what you’ll need.
bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
This session with @Rogers is all about their new mobile-to-satellite tech & how it keeps you in touch in B.C.’s remote areas - it's a must watch!
👉 Learn how it works, where it helps, and what you’ll need.
bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
That's quite the line up folks, nice prep work for this series! To everyone (experts) supporting our program @bcadvsmart.bsky.social — 'thanks'!!
❄️🎙️ Winter keeners!
Our 2025–26 Expert Webinar Series kicks off Oct 15. We’ll talk communications, avalanche terrain, cold-weather prep, tree wells, mentorship, police support & more.
Learn a few tips, play smarter, & help lessen the impacts on B.C. SAR.
👉 Join us/share:
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Our 2025–26 Expert Webinar Series kicks off Oct 15. We’ll talk communications, avalanche terrain, cold-weather prep, tree wells, mentorship, police support & more.
Learn a few tips, play smarter, & help lessen the impacts on B.C. SAR.
👉 Join us/share:
bcsara.com/outdoor-educ...
October 11, 2025 at 7:28 PM
That's quite the line up folks, nice prep work for this series! To everyone (experts) supporting our program @bcadvsmart.bsky.social — 'thanks'!!
Big love and gratitude to the women of SAR—you keep B.C. safer every day. 💛
E03 of Good Chat: Trailblazing Women — barriers busted, lives saved! Featuring Dr. Renata Lewis (Whistler SAR). Real talk, grit, laughs, & big wins! 🏆 Listen now!
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCSAR #WomenInSAR
E03 of Good Chat: Trailblazing Women — barriers busted, lives saved! Featuring Dr. Renata Lewis (Whistler SAR). Real talk, grit, laughs, & big wins! 🏆 Listen now!
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCSAR #WomenInSAR
Ep03 🎙️ Trailblazing Women: Shaping the Future of BC SAR.
Powerful stories of women in search & rescue—their challenges, wins, and impact on teams & communities. Listen to Good Chat by BC AdventureSmart! 🎧
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCSAR
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Powerful stories of women in search & rescue—their challenges, wins, and impact on teams & communities. Listen to Good Chat by BC AdventureSmart! 🎧
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCSAR
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Trailblazing Women: Shaping the Future of BC SAR
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September 26, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Big love and gratitude to the women of SAR—you keep B.C. safer every day. 💛
E03 of Good Chat: Trailblazing Women — barriers busted, lives saved! Featuring Dr. Renata Lewis (Whistler SAR). Real talk, grit, laughs, & big wins! 🏆 Listen now!
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCSAR #WomenInSAR
E03 of Good Chat: Trailblazing Women — barriers busted, lives saved! Featuring Dr. Renata Lewis (Whistler SAR). Real talk, grit, laughs, & big wins! 🏆 Listen now!
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCSAR #WomenInSAR
Tune in 👉🏽 E02 of 'Good Chat' podcast from BC AdventureSmart! 🎙️
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCAdventureSmart #Indigenous 🪶 #Engagement
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCAdventureSmart #Indigenous 🪶 #Engagement
E02: Building Trust, Saving Lives: Indigenous Engagement in SAR Prevention. 🎧 🎙️
From listening and learning to co-creating safety messages, this episode is about trust, inclusion, and building a safer outdoor culture for everyone.
#GoodChat #Podcast
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From listening and learning to co-creating safety messages, this episode is about trust, inclusion, and building a safer outdoor culture for everyone.
#GoodChat #Podcast
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Building Trust, Saving Lives: Indigenous Engagement in SAR Prevention
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September 25, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Tune in 👉🏽 E02 of 'Good Chat' podcast from BC AdventureSmart! 🎙️
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCAdventureSmart #Indigenous 🪶 #Engagement
#GoodChat #Podcast #BCAdventureSmart #Indigenous 🪶 #Engagement
Ep1 of Good Chat is an inspiring start! 🔥 Big congrats to BC AdventureSmart—Good Chat is live! 🎙️✨
🎙️ Good Chat launches today! E01:
Beyond the Call — women & gender-diverse SAR volunteers with Dr. Jelena Brcic. Inclusion, resilience & the future of SAR in Canada. #GoodChat 🎙️
E02 releases Sept. 25th, 5AM!
Beyond the Call — women & gender-diverse SAR volunteers with Dr. Jelena Brcic. Inclusion, resilience & the future of SAR in Canada. #GoodChat 🎙️
E02 releases Sept. 25th, 5AM!
Beyond the Call: Equity and Inclusion in SAR Volunteering
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September 24, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Ep1 of Good Chat is an inspiring start! 🔥 Big congrats to BC AdventureSmart—Good Chat is live! 🎙️✨
Cheering on BC AdventureSmart’s Good Chat podcast 🎧 Dropping Sept 24—bite-sized wisdom that keeps adventures fun and reduces SAR callouts. Let’s go! 💫
Launching Sept. 24, 2025 · 5AM PT 🎙️GOOD CHAT with BC AdventureSmart!
Epic outdoor stories, practical tips, & real talk about exploring B.C. —so you can explore more & need search & rescue less.
Episode #01 drops Sept. 24. 🎧 ✨
#BCAdventureSmart #GoodChat
#Podcast
Epic outdoor stories, practical tips, & real talk about exploring B.C. —so you can explore more & need search & rescue less.
Episode #01 drops Sept. 24. 🎧 ✨
#BCAdventureSmart #GoodChat
#Podcast
September 17, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Cheering on BC AdventureSmart’s Good Chat podcast 🎧 Dropping Sept 24—bite-sized wisdom that keeps adventures fun and reduces SAR callouts. Let’s go! 💫
⛑️ Global SAR Day!
Today, we celebrate SAR volunteers worldwide and especially here in BC, where Sept 10, 1982, marked history.
That’s when the 1st ever COSPAS-SARSAT rescue saved 3 people in northern BC. This tech still helps save lives every day.🌎
A huge 🙏 to all the dedicated SAR volunteers!
Today, we celebrate SAR volunteers worldwide and especially here in BC, where Sept 10, 1982, marked history.
That’s when the 1st ever COSPAS-SARSAT rescue saved 3 people in northern BC. This tech still helps save lives every day.🌎
A huge 🙏 to all the dedicated SAR volunteers!
September 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
⛑️ Global SAR Day!
Today, we celebrate SAR volunteers worldwide and especially here in BC, where Sept 10, 1982, marked history.
That’s when the 1st ever COSPAS-SARSAT rescue saved 3 people in northern BC. This tech still helps save lives every day.🌎
A huge 🙏 to all the dedicated SAR volunteers!
Today, we celebrate SAR volunteers worldwide and especially here in BC, where Sept 10, 1982, marked history.
That’s when the 1st ever COSPAS-SARSAT rescue saved 3 people in northern BC. This tech still helps save lives every day.🌎
A huge 🙏 to all the dedicated SAR volunteers!
Lost for four days! 😬
Here’s a great webinar to join before any of your upcoming fall hikes!
Here’s a great webinar to join before any of your upcoming fall hikes!
Join Us September 16 for a gripping live webinar!
Dive into the incredible TRUE STORY of someone lost for four days!
Don’t miss the suspense and lessons from this survival journey. Register now!
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Dive into the incredible TRUE STORY of someone lost for four days!
Don’t miss the suspense and lessons from this survival journey. Register now!
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September 8, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Lost for four days! 😬
Here’s a great webinar to join before any of your upcoming fall hikes!
Here’s a great webinar to join before any of your upcoming fall hikes!
"Twenty years ago, we started BC AdventureSmart — and seeing our principles embraced by international affiliates today is truly humbling and inspiring!"
🌍From BC roots to global reach!
Thrilled to see the NEW Adventure Smart WA campaign helping people explore Western Australia 🇦🇺 safely ❤️.
Born in BC in 2004, BC AdventureSmart is proud to see these safety principles embraced worldwide! 🌍
Congrats Adventure Smart WA! 👏
🔗 adventuresmart.org.au
Thrilled to see the NEW Adventure Smart WA campaign helping people explore Western Australia 🇦🇺 safely ❤️.
Born in BC in 2004, BC AdventureSmart is proud to see these safety principles embraced worldwide! 🌍
Congrats Adventure Smart WA! 👏
🔗 adventuresmart.org.au
September 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
"Twenty years ago, we started BC AdventureSmart — and seeing our principles embraced by international affiliates today is truly humbling and inspiring!"
Leaving a trip plan helps us help you.
For our 3,200 volunteer search and rescue members, a trip plan means we can find you faster and often in better condition. That can make the rescue easier and less serious.
For our 3,200 volunteer search and rescue members, a trip plan means we can find you faster and often in better condition. That can make the rescue easier and less serious.
We know you’ll be out & about this long wkd . . . but remember: your destination is HOME 🏠.
If something goes wrong make sure you’ve left a detailed trip plan with a trusted emergency contact.
👉 Use our AdventureSmart TRIP PLAN APP. 👍🏼
#YourDestinationIsHome
www.adventuresmart.ca/trip-plan-app/
If something goes wrong make sure you’ve left a detailed trip plan with a trusted emergency contact.
👉 Use our AdventureSmart TRIP PLAN APP. 👍🏼
#YourDestinationIsHome
www.adventuresmart.ca/trip-plan-app/
August 29, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Leaving a trip plan helps us help you.
For our 3,200 volunteer search and rescue members, a trip plan means we can find you faster and often in better condition. That can make the rescue easier and less serious.
For our 3,200 volunteer search and rescue members, a trip plan means we can find you faster and often in better condition. That can make the rescue easier and less serious.
Be bright, be seen, be found!
Dark + neutral tones = easy to match, but they also blend in outdoors.
Bright 🔴, 🟡 & 🟠? 👀 They pop against 🌲 , 🪨 & ❄️& they’re what SAR spot 1st.
BONUS TIP:💙Robin Blue stands out yr-round, especially in fall when reds, yellows & oranges fade into the landscape.🍁
Visibility make all the difference.
Bright 🔴, 🟡 & 🟠? 👀 They pop against 🌲 , 🪨 & ❄️& they’re what SAR spot 1st.
BONUS TIP:💙Robin Blue stands out yr-round, especially in fall when reds, yellows & oranges fade into the landscape.🍁
Visibility make all the difference.
August 19, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Be bright, be seen, be found!
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Want to help BC’s search and rescue volunteers? Here’s how 👇🏽
#failure #success #plan #epic #mental #challenge #physical #changes #unexpected #goals #destination #HOME #BCAdventureSmart
#failure #success #plan #epic #mental #challenge #physical #changes #unexpected #goals #destination #HOME #BCAdventureSmart
August 12, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Want to help BC’s search and rescue volunteers? Here’s how 👇🏽
#failure #success #plan #epic #mental #challenge #physical #changes #unexpected #goals #destination #HOME #BCAdventureSmart
#failure #success #plan #epic #mental #challenge #physical #changes #unexpected #goals #destination #HOME #BCAdventureSmart
Skier rescued in summer! yup!
Comox Valley SAR responds for an injured skier in the backcountry.
This isn't a story from last winter. It happened in August.
#BCSearchandRescue
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This isn't a story from last winter. It happened in August.
#BCSearchandRescue
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Comox Valley Search and Rescue activated for injured skier in mid-August - Comox Valley Record
Search and Rescue crews dispatched near sunset for remote rescue
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August 12, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Skier rescued in summer! yup!
Big day 👏 for the SAR community as our BCSARA Prez Chris Mushumanski had the incredible opportunity to meet with 🇨🇦 Prime Minister Mark Carney @markcarneyforpm.bsky.social
They chatted about SAR, the value of our National Parks & bonded over their shared ❤️ for The Tragically Hip 🎸
Way to go 👍🏼Chris!
They chatted about SAR, the value of our National Parks & bonded over their shared ❤️ for The Tragically Hip 🎸
Way to go 👍🏼Chris!
August 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Big day 👏 for the SAR community as our BCSARA Prez Chris Mushumanski had the incredible opportunity to meet with 🇨🇦 Prime Minister Mark Carney @markcarneyforpm.bsky.social
They chatted about SAR, the value of our National Parks & bonded over their shared ❤️ for The Tragically Hip 🎸
Way to go 👍🏼Chris!
They chatted about SAR, the value of our National Parks & bonded over their shared ❤️ for The Tragically Hip 🎸
Way to go 👍🏼Chris!
Let’s all PACK LIKE A PRO and know before you go — it all helps our 3,200 BC SAR members!
🌄 Happy B.C. Day Long Weekend!
Wishing everyone fun and safe adventures this long weekend!
Whether you’re headed to the summit, a viewpoint, or that breathtaking peak—remember, that’s only halfway. Your real destination is home.🏠
PACK LIKE A PRO🎒
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Wishing everyone fun and safe adventures this long weekend!
Whether you’re headed to the summit, a viewpoint, or that breathtaking peak—remember, that’s only halfway. Your real destination is home.🏠
PACK LIKE A PRO🎒
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Outdoor Safety Checklist: Packing to Survive your BC Adventures! - YouTube
Get ready to unleash your inner adventurer with BC AdventureSmart’s “Pack Like a Pro - Essentials for Outdoor Adventures!” videos!Featuring 10 short, enterta...
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August 1, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Let’s all PACK LIKE A PRO and know before you go — it all helps our 3,200 BC SAR members!
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🐾 Meet Terry Downs & Barrett the Black Lab from Central Okanagan SAR.
From tough terrain to critical searches (i.e. picking up a scent leaning over the bow of a boat 🚤 searching for a drowned subject), their K-9 teamwork saves lives & inspires communities!
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From tough terrain to critical searches (i.e. picking up a scent leaning over the bow of a boat 🚤 searching for a drowned subject), their K-9 teamwork saves lives & inspires communities!
youtu.be/15IFUP9w9_A?...
Amazing Working Dogs: Search and Rescue Edition
YouTube video by BC Search and Rescue Association
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July 31, 2025 at 5:03 AM
🐾 Meet Terry Downs & Barrett the Black Lab from Central Okanagan SAR.
From tough terrain to critical searches (i.e. picking up a scent leaning over the bow of a boat 🚤 searching for a drowned subject), their K-9 teamwork saves lives & inspires communities!
youtu.be/15IFUP9w9_A?...
From tough terrain to critical searches (i.e. picking up a scent leaning over the bow of a boat 🚤 searching for a drowned subject), their K-9 teamwork saves lives & inspires communities!
youtu.be/15IFUP9w9_A?...
In a nutshell, the session was great!
✅ the theory of planned behavior,
✅ different types of attitudes; cognitive & effective,
✅ the idea of gamifying outdoor education,
✅ the awareness & unawareness of enthusiasts (how that affects decision-making) & so so so much more!
#WorthTheWatch 👀
✅ the theory of planned behavior,
✅ different types of attitudes; cognitive & effective,
✅ the idea of gamifying outdoor education,
✅ the awareness & unawareness of enthusiasts (how that affects decision-making) & so so so much more!
#WorthTheWatch 👀
Mountain Minds: Why We Decide What We Do
Check out our latest Summer Series webinar: 🎥 Social Psychology for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
From trailhead group vibes to critical calls in high-stress moments — this one's all about the human side of outdoor rec.
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Check out our latest Summer Series webinar: 🎥 Social Psychology for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
From trailhead group vibes to critical calls in high-stress moments — this one's all about the human side of outdoor rec.
youtu.be/b7zTe77_69s?...
Mind Over Mountain: How Psychology Can Boost SAR's Impact
YouTube video by BC Search and Rescue Association
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July 24, 2025 at 12:25 AM
In a nutshell, the session was great!
✅ the theory of planned behavior,
✅ different types of attitudes; cognitive & effective,
✅ the idea of gamifying outdoor education,
✅ the awareness & unawareness of enthusiasts (how that affects decision-making) & so so so much more!
#WorthTheWatch 👀
✅ the theory of planned behavior,
✅ different types of attitudes; cognitive & effective,
✅ the idea of gamifying outdoor education,
✅ the awareness & unawareness of enthusiasts (how that affects decision-making) & so so so much more!
#WorthTheWatch 👀
Reposted by BC Search and Rescue Association
🚨 Hanes Valley Trail is Officially Open for Summer 2025 – But Read This Stream Before You Go! 🥾🌲
📽️ BEFORE YOU HIKE:
Watch our B.C. AdventureSmart trail video for Hanes Valley.
#HikeSmart 💪🌤️
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📽️ BEFORE YOU HIKE:
Watch our B.C. AdventureSmart trail video for Hanes Valley.
#HikeSmart 💪🌤️
youtu.be/W1RMKXQ7Ryg
BC AdventureSmart Trail Specific Safety Video - Hanes Valley Trail
YouTube video by BC Search and Rescue Association
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July 20, 2025 at 1:39 AM
🚨 Hanes Valley Trail is Officially Open for Summer 2025 – But Read This Stream Before You Go! 🥾🌲
📽️ BEFORE YOU HIKE:
Watch our B.C. AdventureSmart trail video for Hanes Valley.
#HikeSmart 💪🌤️
youtu.be/W1RMKXQ7Ryg
📽️ BEFORE YOU HIKE:
Watch our B.C. AdventureSmart trail video for Hanes Valley.
#HikeSmart 💪🌤️
youtu.be/W1RMKXQ7Ryg
“We welcome Rogers’ new satellite-to-mobile service as a big step for public safety in BC’s remote areas. Text & text-to-911 from uncovered zones will greatly aid SAR ops. Better backcountry connectivity means improved responder coordi & public safety.” Quotes BCSARA
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Rogers Launches Satellite-to-Mobile Service in Canada - About Rogers
First wireless provider to offer next generation technology to all Canadians Invites all Canadians to join the beta at no cost Covers 2.5 times more square kms than any other Canadian wireless carrier...
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July 15, 2025 at 7:06 PM
“We welcome Rogers’ new satellite-to-mobile service as a big step for public safety in BC’s remote areas. Text & text-to-911 from uncovered zones will greatly aid SAR ops. Better backcountry connectivity means improved responder coordi & public safety.” Quotes BCSARA
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🇨🇦🌍 We’re proud to announce Michael Coyle @oplopanax.ca & Scott Montague @hiker-scott.bsky.social of Coquitlam SAR will speak at Galileo SAR Meet 2025 in Prague!
They’ll share BC’s unique SAR challenges, tech, & stories on the global stage.
👏 Join us in congratulating them! #BCSAR
They’ll share BC’s unique SAR challenges, tech, & stories on the global stage.
👏 Join us in congratulating them! #BCSAR
July 14, 2025 at 4:27 PM
🇨🇦🌍 We’re proud to announce Michael Coyle @oplopanax.ca & Scott Montague @hiker-scott.bsky.social of Coquitlam SAR will speak at Galileo SAR Meet 2025 in Prague!
They’ll share BC’s unique SAR challenges, tech, & stories on the global stage.
👏 Join us in congratulating them! #BCSAR
They’ll share BC’s unique SAR challenges, tech, & stories on the global stage.
👏 Join us in congratulating them! #BCSAR
“No one plans to wake up, head out for a hike, and end up with a broken ankle, twisted knee, slip, or fall—but it happens more than any other incident in British Columbia! This is a must-watch if you’re a hiker.”
🏔️ Planning a hike soon?
Think you’ll never twist an ankle, slip, trip or fall? THINK AGAIN!
It’s the🔸#1 reason🔸for SAR in BC.
✅ Plan ahead (for injuries)
✅ Choose safe routes (& 🥾)
✅ Know what to do in 🆘
🎥 features North Shore Rescue & @coquitlam-sar.bc.ca
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Think you’ll never twist an ankle, slip, trip or fall? THINK AGAIN!
It’s the🔸#1 reason🔸for SAR in BC.
✅ Plan ahead (for injuries)
✅ Choose safe routes (& 🥾)
✅ Know what to do in 🆘
🎥 features North Shore Rescue & @coquitlam-sar.bc.ca
youtu.be/wbtJf8kmjNI?...
Why *YOU* might need Rescue -- Slips, Trips and Falls with North Shore Rescue's Doug Pope!
YouTube video by BC Search and Rescue Association
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July 13, 2025 at 3:28 PM
“No one plans to wake up, head out for a hike, and end up with a broken ankle, twisted knee, slip, or fall—but it happens more than any other incident in British Columbia! This is a must-watch if you’re a hiker.”
Reposted by BC Search and Rescue Association
“The largest group requesting help from search & rescue in B.C. are those in the 20-29 age category.”
“When incidents happen that are tragic, our hearts go out to the families & it also makes us think... how can we be better at what we do?” said Riches ED @bcadvsmart
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“When incidents happen that are tragic, our hearts go out to the families & it also makes us think... how can we be better at what we do?” said Riches ED @bcadvsmart
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'We're in a bad year,' say search and rescue managers in Sea to Sky region
The beauty of B.C.'s wilderness is drawing more adventurers than ever — but experts say social media may be encouraging risky behaviour without proper training or gear.
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July 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
“The largest group requesting help from search & rescue in B.C. are those in the 20-29 age category.”
“When incidents happen that are tragic, our hearts go out to the families & it also makes us think... how can we be better at what we do?” said Riches ED @bcadvsmart
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“When incidents happen that are tragic, our hearts go out to the families & it also makes us think... how can we be better at what we do?” said Riches ED @bcadvsmart
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