SERVING THE BULKLEY VALLEY & BEYOND

24 Hours a Day / 365 Days a Year / Always Free

BVSAR is a volunteer-based search and rescue team. Currently BVSAR has 35 operational members, 16 members in training, and three support members. The team assists police with searching for lost recreationalists and helps accessing and transporting injured people when specialized skills or equipment are required.

24/7 - 365

Always available, and always free. From swiftwater rescue to advanced first aid and winter response.

Our Services

40+ volunteers

Our trained, volunteer, community-based team is passionate and dedicated to help those in need.

Who We Are

Responsive

SAR teams in BC respond to over 1,300 calls per year province wide, from Swiftwater Rescue to Winter Response.

SAR in BC

Preventative

Through education and public awareness, BVSAR works to lower the numbers of callouts every year.

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If you are having a search and rescue emergency, call 911 and ask for police

 

Our services are always free and you will remain anonymous

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ARE YOU PREPARED?

The Three Ts

Trip Planning

Fill out this online trip plan before leaving home, or download the Trip Plan app.

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Training

It's your responsibility to be prepared. Hone your skills to be prepared for the unexpected.

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Take the Essentials

From compass and map to first aid basics and whistles, your guide on what to pack.

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