On Sunday, November 5th, two teenagers got lost on the North Shore mountains (Close to the Lions). Being part of Lions Bay Search and Rescue, I was involved in the search. Midnight hikes in the rain are not recommended ;>). This search goes to show you that it is vital that whenever you are hiking to make sure you are prepared for the worst. Here are some pointers I wanted to share:
- Make sure you always look for trail markers. If you don’t see any, turn around and look for them in the reverse direction.
- Always bring some sort of communication device. Even if you are lost, there may be some clues that will help searchers.
- Build a fire and shelter. Stay put. Moving onwards may make the situation worse.
- Be patient and listen and watch for searcher communication like flares, whistles, etc.
- Stay calm. Fear and anxiety may hamper survival.
- Don’t hike in areas that you are not comfortable in. Make sure you know your limits.
If you want details on this search, here is the link:
http://www.news1130.com/news/local/article.jsp?content=20061106_230520_4532
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