GBVSAR In The News
Volunteer search-and-rescue team covers large area in Georgian Bay region
By Andrew Philips, Special to Postmedia Network (Orillia Packet)
Hug-a-Tree
The RCMP Hug-a-Tree and Survive is an Adventure Smart Search and Rescue program aimed at children aged five to twelve.
It teaches basic survival skills that one day could save a child’s life by helping the child survive the elements and minimize the risk of defeating a search team’s rescue efforts.
It has as its purpose the goal of teaching them:
- How not to become lost in the woods
- What to do if they do become lost
- How not to come to harm
- How they can help searchers find them
Hug-A-Tree and Survive is a great program to bring into your family, classroom, guide or scout unit, youth group or any other community group interested in teaching kids about being safe. Please contact David Porteus or visit Adventure Smart for details.
Useful Links
Ontario Police Services
Ontario Provincial Police
Barrie Police Services
Ontario Search and Rescue
Ontario Search and Rescue Volunteer Association (OSARVA)
OSARVA Canine Team Evaluation Standards and Test Criteria
Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada
National Search and Rescue Secretariat
Adventure Smart
General Information
Safe Trip Planning
RCMP Hug-A-Tree Program
Government Funding:
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Community Links:
Elmvale Fall Fair – Elmvale, Ontario
Useful Compass Links:
Natural Resources Canada Magnetic Declination Calculator
Interesting:
The OPP and GBVSAR Join The Cast of Survive This!