BC AdventureSmart enhances awareness among enthusiasts to reduce the impact on SAR while contributing to the safety culture in British Columbia.
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BC AdventureSmart retweeted
How many hours do BC Search and Rescue volunteers dedicate each year to training, emergency response—including rescues, emergency services support, and wildfire support such as alert and evacuation notifications—and outdoor education?
10%300,000+
30%400,000+
60%500,000+
10 votes • Final results BC AdventureSmart retweeted
Every call.
Every community.
Every time.
BC's volunteer SAR groups support more than backcountry incidents. During wildfire activity, they also assist with evacuation alerts & Emergency Support Services. ❤️ Help keep them ready:
canadahelps.org/en/charities…
#BCSAR #CanadaHelps
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
“In Northern BC, we don’t just respond—we mobilize across huge distances. A search can begin hrs before we even reach the last known point,” says Brian Lamond, @NorthPeaceSAR . “Preparation is critical when help isn’t immediately accessible.”
#longweekend
bcsara.com/2026/05/bc-search…
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
Heading outdoors this Victoria Day long weekend?
Depending on where you are in BC, ⚠️ help could be hours away ⚠️ .
Plan ahead, know your location, prepare for limited cell service & Be AdventureSmart.
Read more:
bcsara.com/2026/05/bc-search…
#BCSAR #BCAdventureSmart
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
It is National Volunteer Week!
From Search and Rescue to Emergency Support Services - the contributions, dedication, empathy, and skills of volunteers makes a positive difference in people’s lives and in our communities.
Thank you for everything that you do. 💜
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
A ☕️ with Minister @KellyRichmondBC & MLA @SHigginsonBC sounds AdventureSmart to us! 👌🏽
Grateful to volunteers from @BCAdvSmart & @LadysmithSar for sharing regional insights on outdoor education, reducing SAR impacts & strengthening safety culture.
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
We are proud and excited to share that our very own Sandra Riches, Executive Director of BC AdventureSmart, received a Search and Rescue Challenge Coin from Public Safety Canada — the first ever awarded in the area of search and rescue prevention! @BCAdvSmart
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
Whatever works to get more folks found sooner.
Provincial SAR association welcome Rogers' new satellite connectivity
@BCSARAssoc #SQUAMISH
squamishchief.com/local-news… via @squamishchief
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
Five tips to stay safe while adventuring in the Sea to Sky
Following recent deaths and rescues in the corridor, BC Adventure Smart’s Sandra Riches shares her expertise.
@BCAdvSmart #Squamish
squamishchief.com/local-news… via @squamishchief – at Yekwaupsum 18, British Columbia
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
🚨REMINDER: SAR in BC is FREE OF CHARGE!
If someone is overdue or missing, 📱911 right away, every min matters.
BC's 3,400+ volunteer members respond to 1,800+ calls annually, prioritizing your safety. Don’t let cost fears delay help!
#NoChargeForRescue
bcsara.com/no-charge-for-sar…
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival (VIMFF) and North Shore Rescue are pleased to invite the public to nominate candidates for the 12th annual Tim Jones Award.
Nominate someone who’s made a difference in your community vimff.org/tim-jones-award/
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
DYK BC's 3,400 SAR volunteers respond 1,750 times a yr to assist injured, lost, or overdue backcountry users, with less than 1% of calls from non-residents?
Together with @HelloBC & tourism partners, @BCAdvSmart continues to promote reliable messaging!
vancouversun.com/news/hiking…
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
A warm and wet storm is going to create dangerous avalanche conditions for much of BC this weekend. In many places, it'll be a good weekend to avoid avalanche terrain and seek out other ways to enjoy the new snow.
Get the forecast at avalanche.ca
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
Based on recent weather events & SAR calls, remember:
There’s NO CHARGE FOR RESCUE regardless of the reason subjects require help.
BCSARA believes the fear of being charged could delay calls for help, impacting success.
Call 911 ASAP in 🆘 & stay put.
bcsara.com/no-charge-for-sar…
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
Children often embrace the wonders of the outdoors, to enjoy fresh air & explore with curiosity.
“Hug-a-Tree & Survive” is an AdventureSmart program that helps lost children survive in the woods.
Learn more @BCAdvSmart & 🔗
adventuresmart.ca/programs/h…
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
SAR SUCCESS!
Incredible news! We’re so relieved Oaklynn has been found! Her family & community can rest again.
We’re grateful & appreciate all the efforts made by the Burns Lake community, Burns Lake RCMP & the dedicated SAR volunteers on this task.
princegeorgecitizen.com/loca…
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
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
📸 @southfrasersar
#FAQ ➡️ bcsara.com/faq/
BC AdventureSmart retweeted
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
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Feedback re: @BCAdvSmart webinars: "A friend just started camping. I told her about @BCSARAssoc’s youtube & your @BCAdvSmart webinars. She spent hrs going thru the material & learned a lot! I've recommended your youtube to a # of ppl since I've started viewing your webinars."