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The Prince George Search and Rescue Society (
We are tasked by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Coroner Service of British Columbia, and British Columbia Ambulance Service (BCAS) in a variety of search and rescue functions. As members of a provincial team, we are sometimes asked to assist in other areas of the province as well.
How we are activated
Prince George Search and Rescue is activated by emergency services. If this is an emergency, please contact 9-11 and they will activate our team as needed.
Please note there is no cost for search and rescue! You do not need to wait 24 hours to report someone as missing. The sooner they are reported, the sooner we can help!
For non-emergency contact, please see the contact tab at the top of the webpage.
❄️ Winter Survival Weekend!![]()
Last weekend, our Members in Training took on an overnight winter survival exercise in the Pine Pass area! 🏔️![]()
They faced a tough combination of wet and rainy conditions throughout the day, before temperatures plummeted well below freezing overnight. Conditions like these are prime for hypothermia, demanding constant attention to clothing layers, smart gear management, and building solid shelter to stay as dry as possible.![]()
Our MITs rose to the challenge and came out the other side stronger and more prepared than ever. 💪![]()
They’ve now completed the final stretch of their GSAR course congratulations to all Members in Training pushing through to the finish line! We’re stoked to have you joining us. 🙌![]()
#SAR #SearchAndRescue #PGSAR #WinterSurvival #PinePass #MembersInTraining #WildernessRescue #NorthernBC
Tourism Prince George “FOOTS” the Bill on AED Procurement for PGSAR!![]()
Thanks to the incredible support of our Prince George community, we’ve raised enough to move forward with updating and procuring a brand new AED! 💛![]()
This is a HUGE step for us. Having Standardized equipment means our team can now train consistently and confidently so when it matters most, we’re ready.![]()
The procurement process is officially underway, and we’ll keep you posted once complete. Stay tuned! 📡![]()
A massive thank you to Tourism PG and everyone who made this possible. This is what community looks like. 🙌![]()
#PGSAR #PrinceGeorge #SearchAndRescue #CommunitySupport #AED #PGProud
MR. PG socks have gone global! ![]()
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Thanks to all that supported us during the month of February during Tourism PG's sock sale fundraiser! Stay tuned for Friday's post and announcement!📣
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🚨 Avalanche Awareness – Heading Into the Weekend 🚨![]()
As we head into another busy winter weekend, Prince George Search and Rescue (PGSAR) wants to remind everyone travelling in the backcountry—whether you’re riding, skiing, or snowshoeing—to plan ahead and be prepared.![]()
✅ Pack the essentials![]()
✅ Leave a trip plan with a trusted friend (where you’re going, when you’re leaving, and when you expect to be back)![]()
✅ Carry gear you know how to use, including:![]()
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• Insulation and layers to stay warm![]()
• Reliable access to water![]()
• A communication device to call for help![]()
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On February 23, PGSAR hosted an Avalanche Awareness Night in collaboration with![]()
overhang.pg , Ruckus, Trench Brewing & Distilling, PG Backcountry Recreation Society, and the Caledonia Ski Club. The evening focused on safety in avalanche terrain and featured multiple guest speakers, followed by an hour of hands‑on transceiver training at the avalanche transceiver park.![]()
We were thrilled to see approximately 50 people come out to learn, practice, and build skills it was a great night and a strong reminder of how important education is in the backcountry.![]()
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With recent shifting weather conditions, there has been a high number of avalanches across the province in recent weeks. Proper planning, current conditions checks, and the right gear can make all the difference when heading into avalanche terrain.![]()
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Be sure to check the comments section for a link to a recent CBC interview with PGSAR member Dave Merritt, where he discusses avalanche safety and conditions in BC this year.![]()
Stay safe, plan ahead, and look out for one another.![]()
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Special thanks to evanduxmedia for capturing these photos!![]()
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#AvalancheAwareness #BackcountrySafety #PGSAR #PlanPrepareSurvive #AvalancheCanada #WinterSafety
PGSAR assisted Quesnel Search & Rescue in this dynamic task last night. ![]()
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Our winter response team provided technical assessment and safety guidance in this response in complex avalanche terrain. It was determined to call for the help from the RCAF.![]()
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Thank you to the Royal Canadian Air Force for their assistance from the 442 Squadron.e iThis afternoon, Quesnel Search & Rescue was deployed to assist a snowmobile operator who had become separated from his party and trapped in a large drainage deep within avalanche terrain. ![]()
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Collaborating with avalanche safety experts from Prince George Search and Rescue, the team drafted an on-the-ground plan to address the "Considerable" avalanche risk in the Alpine. To mitigate the danger of exposing more volunteer personnel to the hazard, a request was made for the Royal Canadian Air Force 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron from Comox. This specialized resource is reserved for high-risk missions, and we are grateful they accepted the task. ![]()
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We commend the subject’s riding party for their vital role in maintaining communication and monitoring his location for several hours. The subject had a two-way radio with them which served as a lifeline.![]()
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The subject was successfully extracted, treated by the SAR techs on the aircraft, and did not require further medical assistance. After landing in town the subject was handed off to the care of a member of the riding party.![]()
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When venturing into the backcountry be sure to have an emergency signalling device, a means to keep warm, and appropriate avalanche safety gear if riding in avalanche terrain.![]()
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Thank you to all who were involved in this rescue. When the call comes in SAR volunteers step up to serve our community.![]()
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