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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

THE MOMENT only Stas (hiker) can describe after being lost for 5 days in the sea to sky region Aug. 30 - Sept. 4, 2026. Hear directly from Stas & Squamish SAR as they share both sides of the experience — from being lost to the SAR response. ❓’s encouraged in Oct. 19 session.

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🏔️SPECIAL EVENT | 5 Nights Lost A 6-hr hike became 5 nights lost in BC’s Sea to Sky region. Hear directly from the hiker & Squamish SAR as they share their experiences & perspectives from the SAR response. 📅 Oct. 19 | 6–7 PM PCT 💻 FREE | Live on Zoom shorturl.at/xHz7C

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

S.T.O.P.: 4 letters that can change the outcome. Lost or in trouble outdoors? If you’re in a safe location: 🛑 STOP moving 💭 THINK clearly 👀 OBSERVE surroundings 📝 PLAN your next move Continuing to move without a plan can make situations worse. www.adventuresmart.ca/the-three-ts/

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

📊 What can thousands of BC Search and Rescue incidents teach us about staying safe outdoors? Join our special guest, Kyle Van Delft @bcsara.com , as he takes us behind the #’s to explore the trends shaping SAR & how they can help you. July 20, 2026 shorturl.at/71DCS

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

📊 Every SAR stat tells a story. What can data teach us about safer adventures? Join Kyle Van Delft, Data Administrator @ the BC SAR Association, as he shares trends from all 78 BC SAR groups & how that 📊 helps guide BC’s outdoor education. 📅 July 20 ⏰ 7–8 PM PT 💻 Free Webinar 🎟️ shorturl.at/v6VCE

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

30+ years with search & rescue. Maria knows her stuff! Join us July 6 to hear real-life SAR stories and discover why knowing your group—their abilities, skills, and even everyone’s names—can make all the difference in an emergency. 🚨 shorturl.at/pPHw0

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

🎙️ Meet our next guest: Maria Masiar from Lions Bay SAR & North Shore Rescue. With 30+ yrs of mtn rescue experience, Maria will share real SAR stories from the Sea to Sky, why knowing your group matters, & how better planning can help in🚨! 📅 July 6 | 🕖 7 PM PT 💻 Free webinar – shorturl.at/8tK2B

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🎒 A # of SAR incidents start with a plan that didn't match the conditions. Join our free webinar & learn how to plan smarter, assess risks, match your trip to your abilities, and return home safely. 📅 July 6 ⏰ 7:00 PM PT 💻 Free Online Your destination is home 🏠. shorturl.at/mNwnF

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

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/

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

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...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

BC AdventureSmart enjoyed being at the event today, thanks to everyone for their support and especially Minister @kellyrichmondbc.bsky.social and the team @ EMCR!

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

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...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

🌲 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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🌲 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 👉 bcsara.com/outdoor-educ... #BCAdventureSmart #BCOutdoors

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

🚨 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.

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

🌲 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…

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

🚨 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/

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

🚓 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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

🎙️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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

We’ve rescheduled this webinar. Previous date: Jan. 6, 2026 New date: Jan. 27, 2026 Same time: 6:00–7:00 PM PT EXPERT GUEST - Whistler Blackcomb Ski Patrol ⛑️ ⛷️ 🏂 See you on January 27, 2026! #treewells #snow #snowsafety

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

🚨 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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

❄️ 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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Meet our expert guest, Kiana Gibson—Registered Dietitian & elite endurance athlete passionate about fueling performance & daily life. Fun fact: Kiana represented Team Canada at the 2023 Pan Am Games (3000m steeplechase). She’s excited to share practical tips for safer, energized winter adventures.

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

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...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

🌄 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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

❄️ 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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

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

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Excellent opportunity to #KnowBeforeYouSNOW on November 25, 2025 with our close friends @ Avalanche Canada. Join our expert webinar series, there’s 8 events to check out between November - March! bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

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...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

John MacGregor (VC, MC & Bar, DCM) is Canada’s most decorated soldier for valour🎖️who during WW1 served 3+ yrs in the horrific trenches of the Western Front (Ypres, Vimy Ridge, Hill 70, the Somme & Cambrai) as a fearless soldier & gallant leader of men. bcsara.com/john-macgreg...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

🔔 Oct 15: Stay connected when it matters most! This session with @Rogers is all about their new mobile-to-satellite tech & how it keeps you in touch in B.C.’s remote areas - it's a must watch! 👉 Learn how it works, where it helps, and what you’ll need. bcsara.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Great line up! 💫 Guests include; Rogers Avalanche Canada Revelstoke SAR No Sweat Nutrition Canadian Ski Patrol Mountain Mentors RCMP Mountain Muskox Mountain Skills & Academy

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

❄️🎙️ Winter keeners! Our 2025–26 Expert Webinar Series kicks off Oct 15. We’ll talk communications, avalanche terrain, cold-weather prep, tree wells, mentorship, police support & more. Learn a few tips, play smarter, & help lessen the impacts on B.C. SAR. 👉 Join us/share: bcsara.com/outdoor-educ...

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

Nice feedback about our third episode of ‘Good Chat! 💬 Thanks, Magda for listening to Dr Renata Lewis from Whistler SAR and our director Sandra Riches.

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Launching Sept. 24, 2025 · 5AM PT 🎙️GOOD CHAT with BC AdventureSmart! Epic outdoor stories, practical tips, & real talk about exploring B.C. —so you can explore more & need search & rescue less. Episode #01 drops Sept. 24. 🎧 ✨ #BCAdventureSmart #GoodChat #Podcast

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

🌍From BC roots to global reach! Thrilled to see the NEW Adventure Smart WA campaign helping people explore Western Australia 🇦🇺 safely ❤️. Born in BC in 2004, BC AdventureSmart is proud to see these safety principles embraced worldwide! 🌍 Congrats Adventure Smart WA! 👏 🔗 adventuresmart.org.au

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

We know you’ll be out & about this long wkd . . . but remember: your destination is HOME 🏠. If something goes wrong make sure you’ve left a detailed trip plan with a trusted emergency contact. 👉 Use our AdventureSmart TRIP PLAN APP. 👍🏼 #YourDestinationIsHome www.adventuresmart.ca/trip-plan-app/

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

How far could you make it on the West Coast Trail with only 1 hiking shoe?👟 (if the other got swept away by the ocean 🌊) What about 1 hiking shoe + 1 croc🐊sandal? 🤔 Our friend Clara Hughes knows — she actually did it! 🙌 (& she’ll tell you how she lost the shoe in the 1st place 😂) shorturl.at/8pDZY

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BC AdventureSmart @bcadvsmart.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Dark + neutral tones = easy to match, but they also blend in outdoors. Bright 🔴, 🟡 & 🟠? 👀 They pop against 🌲 , 🪨 & ❄️& they’re what SAR spot 1st. BONUS TIP:💙Robin Blue stands out yr-round, especially in fall when reds, yellows & oranges fade into the landscape.🍁 Visibility make all the difference.

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