From January to June 2021, Bulkley Valley Search and Rescue volunteers have responded to 11 incidents and participated in 50 training events and 70 administrative events.
Category: SAR MEMBERS
BVSAR Welcomes 16 Trainees
BVSAR adds new members to the group about every 18 to 24 months. The Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) course teaches incident command structure, basic survival skills, navigation, and patient packaging and transportation.
10 Rules of Rope Care
Rescuers’ lives depend upon the integrity of the rescue rope. Proper rope management practices are critically important. Learn the best practices for protecting rope from dirt, abrasion, moisture, kinks, chemicals and UV radiation here.
BVSAR Covid-19 Protocols
BVSAR has implemented safety practices to protect our community and membership from the effects of COVID-19. We wish to extend our appreciation to those who continue providing essential services to our communities.
24 Hour Pack Inventory
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 keep a pack ready and loaded.