This BC AdventureSmart trail specific safety video is all about a trail in the one the busiest regions of BC for search and rescue.
The Stawamus Chief is a granite monolith that stands 700m over Squamish with sheer cliffs dropping to the valley floor.
Hiking to the summit of this granite outcrop has quickly become one of the most popular hikes in the Sea to Sky region.
Although relatively short, this trail sees a high number of easily avoidable injuries and search and rescue incidents each year.
The British Columbia Search and Rescue Association supported this initiative.
Interesting Insights
Additional Resources
BC AdventureSmart Outdoor Education
3Ts (Trip Planning, Training and Taking the Essentials)
3Ts (BC AdventureSmart Video)
AdventureSmart Trip Plan App Site
AdventureSmart Trip Plan App Video
BC AdventureSmart Instagram
BC AdventureSmart Facebook
BC AdventureSmart Twitter
BC AdventureSmart Threads
BC AdventureSmart Summer Stoke Video
BC AdventureSmart Winter Stoke Video
Are you rescue ready?
During summer or winter, on land or on water, remember the three “Ts” – trip planning, training and taking the essentials. In the event of an emergency, make sure you’re rescue ready.