Chase RCMP called out Shuswap Search & Rescue on Saturday night, Feb. 20, to assist the Crowfoot Snowmobile Club with a missing snowmobiler in their area.
The man had been separated from his friends for more than 10 hours before he was located by members of the Crowfoot sled club.
The sledder was then brought back to the cabin to be warmed up until Shuswap SAR could arrive and complete a first-aid assessment. Besides being very cold, he was very thankful to all who came to his aid.
When heading out into the backcountry for any winter activity, Shuwap SAR would like to remind the public of the following tips.
• Make a plan, communicate that plan and, if plans change, make sure everyone is made aware.
• Communications – have a satellite phone, inreach devices, Spots, FRS radios, extra batteries. Do not rely on your cellphone.
• Take a fire starter kit, personal first aid kit and enough food and water for a 24-hour period.
• PPE - Have peeps, probe and shovel.
• Clothing – dress for the conditions and pack extra socks, gloves and toque.
