On March 13, Elkford Search and Rescue (SAR) was tasked to assist an injured skier near the Elk Lakes Cabin. Members were called out around…
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Elkford SAR warns about local avalanche conditions
Elkford Search and Rescue (ESAR) is warning backcountry recreationalists to be wary of the potential for avalanches. “The mountains are absolutely flexing right now and…
Elkford SAR recruiting new members
Do you love the outdoors? Love adventure? Want to make a difference when it really counts? You might just love wearing orange as much as…
Elderly missing man rescued
On May 31 at 9:04 p.m., Elk Valley Regional RCMP received a report of a missing person from Sparwood. The initial information received noted the…
Separated hikers reunited after search near Elkford
On September 23 at approximately 6:30 p.m., Elk Valley Regional RCMP was dispatched to a report of a missing hiker to the east of the…
SAR units team to aid injured cyclist
Sparwood Search and Rescue (SAR) members responded last night (June 11) to assist Elkford Search and Rescue in accessing and rescuing an injured cyclist. Ground…
Rescue a success due to preparation reports ESAR
Elkford Search and Rescue (ESAR) loves happy endings! Yesterday evening (Feb. 12) ESAR was tasked to assist some individuals up the Elk Lakes Road. All…
Two rescue callouts on June 8 for Fernie SAR
Fernie Search and Rescue (SAR) was called out for two rescues yesterday afternoon (June 8). The first rescue involved some stranded motorists up Hartley Lake…
Elkford SAR rescue hiker in Elk Lakes
Elkford Search and Rescue (SAR) was deployed at 10 p.m. July 8 to aid a hiker experiencing a medical issue in the Elk Lakes area….
Elkford Search and Rescue finds new home
After many years of shared accommodations, Elkford Search and Rescue (ESAR) has found a new home. With the changes to search and rescue funding through…