Sponsors

And now a word from our sponsors.... well not really - a word from me saying thank you to our sponsors.

North Shore Rescue could not operate without the support of our valued sponsors. As NSR has increased its training and equipment, the 'success' rate of rescues has gone up. This equipment and training is a direct result of better funding, and more sponsors (and of course dedicated volunteers).

North Shore Credit Union has been a huge supporter for many years, and I would like to say a big thank you to them. Other great companies include - Navigata, RBC, Scotia Bank, Safeway and Talon Helicopters. We have many other sponsors that are a huge asset so please visit our sponsors page to view our sponsors.

And of course, additional sponsors/funding is always needed! If you are interested in helping out donate online mail in a check - North Shore Rescue Team Society 147 East 14 th Street North Vancouver, BC, V7L 2N4 , or contact us.

Stretcher Evacuation

Training last night was stretcher evacuation traversing a snow slope and then a raise. Location was Cypress Mountain - conditions were -3 C, snowing, with a slight crust on the previous snowpack.

Illustration of set-up (left). Illustration credit - Bob Manson.

BC SARA Fundraiser

BC SARA fundraiser evening slide show - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yB5lKGGSkq0- created by Gerry Kollmuss.

Tonight is rope rescue skill review, and we are having an Executive meeting prior to our training.

Ice-Tools

Interesting failure tests for Ice-Tools. Thanks to Bob Manson for the info -

Ice-Tools.pdf

Note: 1kN = 225lbs

Rescued Snowshoer

Thanks Chris! Check out the Vancouver Sun article "Rescued snowshoer expresses his gratitude" - http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/letters/story.html?id=ce917bee-18ff-42d5-aef5-fd65c949413e.

Mt. Seymour Training

Last night was a review of moving in steep snowy/icy terrain up on Mt. Seymour. Such skills as movement up fixed ropes, self belay with your ice axe, t-slot anchors and various crampon techniques. As well, this included hurling ourselves off of a steep embankment with and without ice axes and stopping the fall as quickly as possible. My neck was a little sore this morning...