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Supporting AdventureSmart in BC to help reduce the frequency, severity & duration of SAR incidents. Instagram & Facebook

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    Another good reminder to leave a as recommended by - even if you have decent gear, if you're immobile and out of comms range, you could be in a heap of trouble.

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  2. Sep 30

    Summer 2020 was a unique season, for everyone, however w/ creativity & adapting to the ‘new normal’, we created fresh opportunities & expanded our options. ▫️Testimonials ▫️Market research ▫️Expanding program reach ▫️>1000% ⬆️ educator training Report⤵️

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  3. Sep 29

    Tuesday “Which way do I go ⁉️ 🤷🏽‍♂️ 🔙 🤦🏼 🛑 🤷🏻‍♀️ 🗺 Strong map reading skills are a must! 🧭 Got a compass? Know how to use it! Helpful resources;

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  4. Sep 28

    feedback; we’re delighted we can help! Check us out over there as well @ BCAdvSmart on Instagram

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    Sep 28

    Coquitlam SAR share insights from a 40 year old story about a famous trail builder who spent an unplanned night out.

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  6. Sep 25

    "We need everybody to be prepared no matter if it's spring, summer, winter or fall," said Sandra Riches, executive director of BC AdventureSmart. "With winter, we want you to have the right skills & abilities to do the activities that you've chosen to do."

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  7. Sep 25

    What could you improve on? 🤔 🗺 🧭 🥾💪🏼 ▪️ navigation ▪️ proper gear ▪️ physical fitness ▪️ communications ▪️ checking the weather ▪️ terrain choices / route finding &

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  8. Sep 22

    Here’s a peek @ the 🎁!

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  9. Sep 22

    🎁 ➖GIVEAWAY➖ 🎁 We’ve teamed up with our friends to help you BE Searchable. We want you to be prepared on the water, on trails, on backcountry excursions. We want you to Be Searchable. Details on our

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  10. Sep 19

    Arrowsmith SAR said that they used a technology developed by Michael Coyle from to locate the hikers. The software was able to accurately determine their location via their cellphone. Thx &

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  11. Sep 15

    Tuesday As we wait for the to clear to again, how about giving your some love! Here’s how to; 🥾dry hiking boots 🥾clean hiking boots 🥾waterproof hiking boots

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  12. Sep 14

    Still considering a in this ? ⬇️exposure to 💨is the best way to protect your The harder you breath ( = heavy breathing) the more 💨 you inhale. Take it easy for now, the trails will be there when the smoke clears.

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  13. Sep 13

    Sept 13, 1500 hrs update; was able to drop off a rescue team close to the injured hikers position via hover exit. The rescue team assessed & assisted the hiker to a more suitable location to be helped into the 🚁. Just after 3pm the hiker was successfully rescued.

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  14. Sep 13

    @ 1354 hrs; has been asked to assist with a stretcher carry of an injured hiker from the emergency shelter on Golden Ears. Heavy smoke means no helicopter evacuation today unless conditions to improve quotes

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  15. Sep 13

    Sept 13, 1219 hrs not able to fly, to assist on a SAR incident, due to smoke filled skies & conditions.

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  16. Sep 13

    Considering a hike in the smoke? smoke is a complex mix of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) & gases such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides & volatile organic compounds. ƒConsider your health & the safety of volunteers 📸

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    Sep 10

    You can never be too prepared! Brush up on your skills or start from scratch with | Trip Planning Guides & App via

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  18. Sep 8

    Bear Encounters in the If you encounter a bear,🛑, stay calm & NEVER RUN. Most bears are wary of humans & tend to avoid us. Black bears evolved in wooded habitat so they are more inclined to flee into the forest rather than engage. 4/4

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  19. Sep 8

    Special Note about & When mtb’ing or running, you may be travelling relatively quietly & at a higher rate of speed. This can 🔼 your chances of surprising a bear. Slow down around blind corners & call out more frequently to avoid surprising a bear. 3/4

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  20. Sep 8

    🐻 Manage your attractants. 🐻 Avoid hiking alone. 🐻 Keep pets leashed or under control when in bear country. 🐻 Use extra caution in bear habitat. 🐻 If you find a carcass leave the area. 🐻 Take training. 🐻 Carry bear spray & be able to access it quickly. 2/4

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