Coquitlam SAR was fortunate to have Troy Smith from Maple Ridge Motorsports guide us through a re-orientation of our Argo. This orientation included: general familiarization, maintenance, track installation and provided insight on the finer points of driving the Argo. Most people drive the Argo in a rough fashion (due to it’s tank like steering) ~ …
In order to better serve those that get lost or injured in Coquitlam Search and Rescue’s (Coq. SAR) region, the team’s executive committed the team to developing a Helicopter External Transportation System (HETS) team. HETS is a rescue system where the rescuer is suspended at the end of a 200’ line slung beneath a helicopter. …
In August of 2009, 17 new members in training were recruited to join the team. This process involves many hours of instruction and practical experience. Over the year and half, the MITs completed the GSAR course instructed by Roland Webb and Tai McLavy. All members in training are now officially full members – voted …
Coquiltam Search & Rescue went into the back country of Whistler BC on December 18th to perform avalanche training. As the ski season improves with new snow it is essential to keep an eye on the snow pack and conditions. One group of the Coquitlam Search & Rescue team can be seen performing alpine …
Coquitlam Search & Rescue volunteers were out performing rope rescue training as part of the ongoing training that must be performed to stay ready for an emergency. The team visited one of the local mountains on Saturday and reviewed rope rescue skills and equipment.