Backcountry Safety

 

General Safety

• AdventureSmart – British Columbia provincial government safety program to promote and encourage safe outdoor activities and lifestyles.
• British Columbia Search and Rescue Association – Lists search and rescue groups in BC by region, and provides links and tips on outdoor safety.
• Canada West Mountain School – Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training
• National Search and Rescue Secretariat – Federal government agency that supports the National Search and Rescue Program.
• Ridge Wilderness Adventures – Offer Wilderness First Aid Training
• Spiritus Training – Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training
• Outdoor Safety & Survival by Mike Nash of the Caledonia Ramblers

Avalanche Safety

• American Avalanche Association – Educational material and links to regional avalanche centres in the US, Europe, New Zealand and Argentina.
• Avalanche Canada – Avalanche bulletins and advisories, avalanche safety programs, research and articles.