DYK mtn bikers = 2nd most common enthusiast requiring SAR? Guest #8 in our Summer Series is Pro Mtb’er Gully from #NorthVancouver July 18⤵️ ▪️SAR stats ▫️trail advocacy ▪️impacts of riding ▫️respecting riders/trails ▪️group dynamics +🚴stories bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

On average there’s up to 25 mtn bike incidents that BCSARA volunteer members respond to annually. Loosing control/crashing 💥 are the #1 reasons for the incidents. Top 3 SAR groups helping mtb’ers; SquamishSAR Fernie SAR COSAR Pro advice ⤵️ youtu.be/tCrHqSRNzcQ?si…

Our BC Wildfire Service BC Wildfire Service guests, on July 25, will share; 🟨BC wildfire weather 🟨BC wildfire conditions 🟨Accurate resources 🟨🔥prevention 🟨Wildfire dashboard 🟨Wildfire🗺️ 🟨Incident info 🟨Reporting a🔥 Be firesmart, be AdventureSmart! bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Every year, more than 400 Canadians die in water incidents that could be prevented, according to the Lifesaving Society. National Drowning Prevention Week is from July 21-27, 2024. 32% of drowning deaths happen when someone is swimming alone. #NDPW2024 lifesaving.bc.ca

Do you know how many 🔥 EVACUATION notices & alerts were handed out in B.C., in 2023, by our search and rescue volunteer members ❓

Five tips to help you prep for a 🔥 evac with your pets: 1. Make sure your pets are wearing collars with ID tags 2. Have a pet emerg kit ready to go 3. Have a plan re: evac with pets 4. Practice evacuating with pets 5. Stay informed re: 🔥 conditions ➕⤵️ youtu.be/8h33k_2NQvE?si…

TONIGHT JULY 25 @ 6:00PM PT. With the BC Wildfire Service #BCWildFires #Fires #BCStorms bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Do you know what percentage of B.C. #wildfires are detected by backcountry enthusiasts like hikers and /or campers?

Experts in #fire weather forecasting & community engagement from the BC Wildfire Service offered reliable resources & really helpful insights for enthusiasts to get informed before their next adventure. If you #hike #bike #camp #atv #quad #4x4 watch this ⤵️ youtu.be/X-VBOALWp3A?si…

Going out in style! Our last summer series event is with PRO Mtn Biker Christina Chappetta! We’ll be talk’n; 🟡 mtb clubs 🟢 trail advocacy 🔵 clinics 🟣 positive impacts 🟠 trail/rider respect 🟤 safety gear ⚪️ attitudes/group dynamics #mountainbiking bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Christina Chappetta's ❤️ for #mountainbiking shines through every ride. This passion will be on full display Aug 1. She’s a certified mtn bike coach @ Tag Cycling, video presenter Pinkbike , lives in #Whistler racing locally & around🌍. Aug 1 @ 6-7pm PT. bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Mountain bike guru, Christina Chappetta is an amazing advocate for #mountainbiking . She runs through all her tips & tricks, in this webinar. ICYMI here’s our event from August 1, 2024. youtu.be/paDuNGaQv28?si…

Our friends Avalanche Canada are hiring!

Your Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in BC! Discover new possibilities & prepare for your next adventure with The Adventure Hub, a custom-built platform designed for outdoor enthusiasts like you. Help lessen impacts on SAR this #longwkd #BEAdventureSmart bcsara.com/directory-adve…

A few early fall feelings in an area that receives some of the highest search and rescue call volume in British Columbia (& Canada). 🍁 Whether you call it hiking and meeting, meeting and hiking, or walking and talking, it was a great day with industry colleagues. #fallfeelings

Training, for some search and rescue groups in B.C., includes urban settings. Fact: more than 450,000 hours are clocked each year by SAR volunteer members with training, responding & outdoor education. #bcsar #urban 📸 South Fraser Search and Rescue #FAQ ➡️ bcsara.com/faq/