Happy International Trails Day! If you’re heading out on the trails, check out our great selection of free programs designed to help you explore confidently and safely. 🥾 🗺️ 🧭 #TrailsDay www.adventuresmart.ca/programs/

Meet Dave Merritt, our expert guest on June 8! A member Prince George SAR since 1991, Dave brings 35+ yrs of SAR experience. Join us as he shares practical tips on emergency🚨group dynamics, scene mngt, comms, decision-making & what enthusiasts can do before SAR arrives. shorturl.at/2gdyx

DYK how to manage your scene & support your group before SAR arrives? Learn practical skills for handling the critical first moments of an outdoor emergency. Preparation, teamwork & early action can make a real difference while help is on the way. www.facebook.com/share/1EGwuk...

Join us as Shauna shares her harrowing story from a grizzly bear attack on her & her husband, alongside Kathy @ WildsafeBC, who shares important tips for recreating safely in bear country. Prince George SAR & the B.C. Conservation Officer Service responded to this call. ⛑️ youtu.be/HaJiPdrKCzo?...

The Juan de Fuca Marine Trail is opening soon! 🌊🥾 Before you head out, check out this trail safety video & brush up on trip planning, essential gear, tides, weather & 🚨 preparedness. Your prep reduces impacts on search and rescue volunteers. youtu.be/pDbqqRKq-fY?...

Meet Kathy Murray from WildSafeBC — one of our featured speakers for Seconds Matter: A Grizzly Encounter, a Rescue & the Power of Preparedness. Kathy will share tips on wildlife safety, responsible recreation & preparing for grizzly encounters. 🗓️ May 25 | 7–8 PM PT 🔗 shorturl.at/pFpOH

Seconds Matter: A Grizzly Encounter, a Rescue & the Power of Preparedness. Join Shauna as she shares her firsthand story of a grizzly bear attack in the McGregor Mtns near Prince George & the rescue that followed. 🗓️ May 25, 2026 ⏰ 7-8 PM PT shorturl.at/8pvIa

🔎 LOST & FOUND SAR Managers Chris Mushumanski & Paul Berry break down the 73-hr search for 6 yr old Oaklynn Schweder — the strategy, teamwork, field challenges & community support behind a complex SAR response. ➕ Hug a 🌲 & Survive, teaching kids what to do if lost outdoors. youtu.be/nc5keiPskow

“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, North Peace SAR . “Preparation is critical when help isn’t immediately accessible.” #longweekend bcsara.com/2026/05/bc-s...

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:
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SAR looks different across BC. From coastal terrain to remote northern wilderness, geography, weather & access all shape how SAR groups respond. Sandy Ross @ North Peace SAR & Joan Bachand (Bailey 🚁) share real-world rescue insights from Northern BC. youtu.be/zs4HRFv8m-I?...

Join SAR Managers Chris Mushumanski & Paul Berry for a webinar on the 73 hour search for Oaklynn Schweder. Learn how SAR teams coordinated complex search efforts, made critical decisions in the field, & were supported by an incredible community response. shorturl.at/CPtSB

ICYMI Northern BC’s vast wilderness can turn small mistakes into big trouble. 🌲 Join expert guide Jordy Shepherd to learn how distance, daylight, and decision-making impact your safety—and how to plan smarter, travel confidently, and avoid risk before conditions change. youtu.be/iG6Ha8JX8vY?...

SAR in BC looks different depending on where you are. Each region presents unique challenges that shape how SAR teams respond. In this webinar, North Peace SAR will share insights how geography, weather, access & resources influence rescue operations. May 11 @ 7-8PM www.facebook.com/share/1FUahL...

Our 2026 Webinar Series brings together pros, guides, & outdoor leaders! 🧭 May 4 – ACMG 🚁 May 11 – North Peace SAR 📍 May 19 – SAR case study 🐻 May 25 – Grizzly attack story 🧰 June 8 – 🚨 skills 🗺️ June 22 – Navigation 🗺️ 🎒 July 6 – Safe return story 📊 July 20 – SAR 📊 👉 bcsara.com/outdoor-educ...

🌲 May 4: Kickoff webinar! 
Join an Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) guide as we cover distance, daylight & decision-making. 👉 Distance, Darkness & Decision-Making: Avoiding Trouble in Northern BC’s Big Wilderness shorturl.at/PKxHL

Summer’s almost here & we know you’re planning some hikes & adventures☀️🏔️ Before you head out, make sure you’ve got a way to stay in touch & not get lost! Give this a quick watch before your next #hike👇🏽 🗓️ May 4 our NEW webinar series kicks off! youtu.be/mFVb27YjRFk?...

Heading into summer with wildfires already burning in BC, now’s a great time to watch our webinar with meteorologist Brett Soderholm. Topics include BC wildfire dashboard, ⚠️ ratings, weather forecasting, wildfire risk, safety tips & more👇 #preventwildfires youtu.be/gcmnj2RMm3M?...

🌲 BC AdventureSmart Summer 2026 Webinar Series Real tips from SAR & outdoor experts to help you stay safer across BC—featuring Northern perspectives, rescue stories, navigation, trip planning & more. 📅 May 4–July 20
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🚨 Garmin reports over 3,000 inReach SOS calls in 2025—and what’s happening globally 🌍 looks pretty familiar here in BC 👀 Here, HIKERS are the group most often needing search & rescue. The top reason? Injuries (especially from slips, trips & falls), followed by getting lost or exceeding abilities.

73 Hours to Home: The Oaklynn Schweder SAR Case Study 🗓️ May 19, 2026 Join SAR leaders Chris Mushumanski & Paul Berry as they break down a 73-hour search—decision-making, coordination, and community support. Includes outdoor safety tips for kids + Hug a Tree program. 🎟️ shorturl.at/QKfCX

🌲 Remembering Jimmy Beveridge — 45 Years Later 🌲 In 1981, nine-year-old Jimmy was lost while camping & tragically passed away of hypothermia. From this came the Hug-A-Tree & Survive program, teaching kids life-saving tips! Learn more/book presentation: adventuresmart.ca/programs/hug-a…

🚨 AdventureSmart Trip Plan App Update (Feb 9, 2026): The Trip Plan App is temporarily unavailable for new downloads + existing users on Android & iOS due to a login issue. ✅ Trip planning is still available online: plan.adventuresmart.ca Updates to come. ❓👉🏽 www.adventuresmart.ca/contact-us/

🚨 Ever wonder what happens after a 9-1-1 call for Search and Rescue? RCMP’s Christie Falk explains how police task BC’s 78 SAR teams and work alongside volunteers to keep people safe in the backcountry. 🏔️ #BCSAR #SearchAndRescue youtu.be/A7xCvJeGqT4?...

Know Before You Snow ❄️ Mtn days are better when everyone rides smart & gets home safe 🙌 BC AdventureSmart + Grouse Mtn are teaming up to share the Alpine Responsibility Code 🏔️🎿 ✔️ Stay in control ✔️ Give others space ✔️ Follow signs + closures ✔️ Know your limits youtu.be/6fMF6LfbfSY?...

Tree wells don’t look dangerous—until they are. Hear a real-life rescue story and life-saving tips from Whistler Blackcomb Ski Patrol in our Deep Trouble webinar. Your knowledge could save a life. 🎿❄️ #SnowSafety #TreeWells @whistlerblkcmb.bsky.social youtu.be/7WXSzi0L9Zo?...

🚓 Ever wondered how police & Search and Rescue work together? Join our webinar “Behind the Badge: How Police Support SAR”
 🗓️ Feb 3, 2026 ⏰ 6–7 PM PT 💻 Zoom
⭐️ Guest: Constable Christie Falk (RCMP) Learn how SAR tasking works in British Columbia. shorturl.at/9kbhA

You can’t call SAR directly. In BC, SAR is activated by tasking agencies, usually police, when someone is overdue/missing. 🆘 In an🚨, call 911 👮‍♀️ RCMP/local police handle missing-person cases & request GSAR when needed. 💻 How 👮‍♀️ Support SAR 🗓️ Webinar 2/3/2026 @ 6PM PT shorturl.at/wcfW5

We’re excited to welcome avalanche forecaster Darlene Douglas to our series! 🗓️ Tues, Jan 27 | 6:00 PM PT With 30 years in Whistler & experience @ WhistlerBlackcomb Ski Patrol, Darlene brings real-world avalanche insights you don’t want to miss. 🎿 shorturl.at/2hYpr

❄️ Winter Trails | Hard Packed (Icy) Conditions❄️ Hard-packed snow & ice can turn a simple walk into a serious slip fast. 🧊 Microspikes = traction + control on icy, compact snow. No spikes = higher risk ⚠️ of falls/injury. Plan ahead. PACK TRACTION. Your destination is home! youtu.be/wbtJf8kmjNI?...

🎙️ New Good Chat Podcast episode is out! We’re joined by John Ribes from AllTrails 🥾🌲 to chat: BC’s most searched trails, why preparedness matters, & how BC AdventureSmart + AllTrails help keep adventures safe + fun. 🤩 open.spotify.com/episode/7F9B...

Winter safety campaign well underway! BC AdventureSmart + North Shore partners are helping locals & visitors plan smarter, travel prepared to reduce impacts on SAR—while building a stronger outdoor safety culture across the North Shore. Stay tuned all winter! bcsara.com/2025/10/know...

🎧 New Good Chat episode from B.C. AdventureSmart! We explore Healthy by Nature + the PaRx Prescription—helping healthcare pros “prescribe” time outdoors for wellness. 🌲💚 ➕simple ways anyone can feel better outside! #Podcast youtu.be/oFY2CzBehaY?...

🎙️NEW GOOD CHAT PODCAST rolls out 1/7/2026 @ 6AM 📍BCSARA website & YouTube E#06: Prescription: Go Outside—How Nature Heals Us. We dive into Healthy by Nature + PaRx, helping #healthcare pros prescribe nature for wellness. #bcadventuresmart #podcast @bcparksfoundation.ca @drmelissalem.bsky.social

🚨 Winter Mountain Safety 💻 Webinar: Jan.6 @ 6-7PM PT TREE WELLS & SNOW IMMERSION incidents are serious & easy to overlook. Join our webinar with special guest Whistler Blackcomb Ski Patrol for practical prevention + response strategies. ❄️ 🌲 🏔️ #knowbeforeyousnow shorturl.at/InPpo

Low on energy halfway through a winter outing? 🥾⛷️ Our webinar Nutrition for Nature: Powering Your Winter Pursuits shares simple tips on fueling, smart snacking, and hydration to help you stay energized, make better decisions, and recover stronger. Watch here & fuel up! youtu.be/UrqAxKq0Jpk?...

❄️ KNOW BEFORE YOU SNOW ❄️ BC Parks, 1 of our campaign partners, helps keep you safe👏 ✔️ Check advisories ✔️ Plan ahead & pack essentials ✔️ Have avalanche training + gear (transceiver, shovel, probe) ⚠️ Avalanche terrain includes many 30–45° ❄️ slopes, bowls, gullies, overhead terrain. shorturl.at/ZDlPl

Fuel your winter adventures the smart way ❄️🔥 Dec 15: Join BC AdventureSmart for a tasty webinar on winter nutrition—more energy, better performance & faster recovery. From smart snacks to hydration tips, stay strong in BC’s backyard 🏔️🥪💧 shorturl.at/KNKtz

🗻 New Webinar: Healing in Herds: Finding Support for Traumatic Events in the Mountains. Sydney Badger from Mountain Muskox talks about finding support after trauma in the mountains. She shares tools for navigating grief, finding community & accessing support. youtu.be/pqIpTr_TotQ?...

Your legs don’t run on vibes alone. 😉 From trails to lakes to snowy peaks, what you eat fuels every moment out there. This week’s episode breaks down: ✨ Smart snacks for steady energy 💧 Hydration that keeps you safe ⚡ Recovery foods your body will thank you for Fuel up! bcsara.com/good-chats-p...

❄️🔥 You CAN stay warm in winter!
 Outdoor Educator Brent Hillier & Ren Bessette from Revelstoke SAR break down smart layering, cold-weather tips & what to do if you’re stuck waiting for rescue. Level up your winter confidence!🧤 youtu.be/GYO6jxefM7s?...

🌄 Healing in Herds Join B.C. AdventureSmart + Mountain Muskox Mentorship for a webinar on finding support after traumatic events in the mountains. We’ll explore recovery tools, support networks & community resilience. Join us 👇🏽 shorturl.at/Efwc0

❄️ Winter’s calling, are you ready? 
Join our next Winter Webinar with experts Brent Hillier (Cap U - Outdoor Rec Instructor) & Ren Bessette (Revelstoke SAR), sharing tips on layering, gear, moisture management & staying safe in cold-weather adventures. Register shorturl.at/l41hn #BCAdventureSmart

Winter adventures = awesome… when you’re not 🥶 your 👣 off! Join our webinar to learn how to layer up, stay dry & keep your energy high so you can crush those 🥶-weather treks confidently. 👣🔥 #KnowBeforeYouSNOW Experts: Brent Hillier & Revelstoke SAR shorturl.at/3HtVm

ICYMI here's our Expert Webinar Series event from November 25, 2025 with Avalanche Canada 🇨🇦 #snowsafety #avysavvy #knowbeforeyouSNOW youtu.be/6HOuvquhdNY?...

On Nov 25, B.C. we’re hosting an expert webinar with Avalanche Canada. 🇨🇦 Learn how to identify risky terrain, spot warning signs in the snowpack & make smarter decisions in the backcountry. 👇🏽 direct registration 🔗 bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

We’re ready to roll out our winter campaign partner posts starting Nov. 20, 2025 with West Vancouver Schools & North Vancouver School District. Tips Nov–Mar. Stay sharp! ⚡❄️ #KnowBeforeYouSnow #KBYS bcsara.com/2025/10/know...

🎙️ Nov 26 at UFV! Hear from 4 amazing local women — a UFV business prof, a Central Fraser Valley SAR volunteer, the Exec Director of BC AdventureSmart & a Chilliwack Assistant Fire Chief. Get inspired by their frontline stories! 🌄✨ #StaySafeStaySmart #WomenInSAR fraservalleytoday.ca/2025/11/16/u...

We’re honoured to receive the 2025 John MacGregor Memorial Award from BCSARA in recognition of our vital role in advancing public safety & prevention across BC. This award reflects the shared commitment of our SAR community. 💙🏔️ #BCAdventureSmart #OutdoorSafety bcsara.com/2025/11/bc-a...

❄️ Know Before You SNOW! Winter’s almost here, BC! From Nov 6, 2025–Mar 5, 2026, we’re sharing partner tips, skill hill wishes & snow safety. Follow along all season! #KnowBeforeYouSNOW #BCAdventureSmart #Winter #YourDesinationIsHome youtu.be/Rkfs1IQOzoc?...