10 Rules of Rope Care

10 Rules of Rope Care

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Rescuers’ lives depend upon the integrity of the rescue rope. Proper rope management practices are critically important. 10 Rules of Rescue Rope Care 1. Do not step on ropes. 2. Do not drop hard objects (rocks…) on ropes. 3. Do not...
4 Water Safety Tips for Spring

4 Water Safety Tips for Spring

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Spring is in the air: the birds are singing; the snow and ice are melting; and our attention has turned to the recreational opportunities of the rivers, creeks, and lakes. Here are four tips to help you stay safe when recreating...
BVSAR Covid-19 Protocols

BVSAR Covid-19 Protocols

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Bulkley Valley SAR has taken an aggressive approach to implement safety practices to help protect our community and membership from the effects of this pandemic. This has been a taxing year for many people, and we wish to extend our...
Staying Safe in the Shoulder Season

Staying Safe in the Shoulder Season

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Shoulder seasons can be tricky, so it’s no surprise Search and Rescue see a jump in callouts every spring. From wildly unpredictable weather, to thinning lake ice and raging rivers filled with debris (not to mention bears...
24 Hour Pack Inventory

24 Hour Pack Inventory

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whenever a person participates in a wilderness search, he or she should be prepared to be self‐sufficient for at least 24 hours, regardless of conditions. To ensure the ability to respond to a call quickly, GSAR team members should...