Rescue Resources
During our avalanche rescue training sessions we discuss the complexities of arranging for professional assistance: avalanche search, medical, air or ground transportation, or personal or equipment evacuation.
Follow this link to print off a Trip plan that you can use create a solid action plan should any type of emergency arise during your riding day.
Think ahead and gather important resources and contact numbers. Efficient actions can save lives.
Sample Trip Plan Form
A good procedure is to contact the RCMP first. They can respond or they will transfer the incident to the local Search and Rescue organization. In any case a task number (file number) is needed before any organization has the authority to respond.
CLICK HERE to review the webpage that lists BC RCMP numbers.
FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF ALL RESOURCES FOR THE MOUNTAIN AREAS OF ALBERTA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA CHECK OUT THIS RESCUE RESOURCE GUIDE ASSEMBLED BY THE CAA.
HELICOPTER COMPANIES AND SNOWMOBILE CLUBS ARE ALSO LISTED.
CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE for the CAA Rescue Resource List
This is a 3 Megabyte file. It may take some time to download.
More snowmobilers are carrying satellite phones. 911 does not work from a satellite phone. Consider carrying local detachment numbers for the communities that you typically ride in.
SPOT – Satellite Personal Tracker – The video clips available on the website are great.
For more information please go to the SPOT Website
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For more information related to communication devices CLICK HERE.
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