Search and Rescue: Tracking week 1

Last night was my first tracking lesson. Tracking is where we follow somebodies path through the bush. It is quite interesting to learn because little indents in the ground can mean something.  There is a small group of search and rescue that does tracking. We went to the hill beside Extra Foods to practice tracking.  An instructor went up the hill first to make foot prints for us to follow.   Then, he showed us how to look for the foot prints on the hill.

Track and Field

I started track and field a few months ago. Yesterday, I learned how to use more of the weight room equipment. I am enjoying getting my body in shape and ready for my ran up Arrowsmith. I plan on getting a personalized training plan for when track is done for the year.

My Fitness Challange

My fitness goal for this year would be to train for my run up Mount Arrowsmith next year. I started running up Silver Star which got me interested in running up the mountain that stands above Port Alberni.

Search and Rescue week 3

Last night, we had a general meeting at S&R to discuss past plans and upcoming events.There were about 20 members at the meeting which I am the newest member to join.  They have their general meeting every second Wednesday  every month.

Day Hike Trip Plan

When are you going? The best time to leave is early in the morning because it is cooler and you have more time to hike before it gets dark. If going with other people try to plan the hike a few weeks in advance. It is good to  decide what to bring according to the weather.

How are you getting there? The easy way to get to the trail head is get some one who can drive to come on the hike or you can have your parents drop you off.

Where will you go?  Heading up mountains is one of the nicest places to hike because you can see for a very long way. It is a good idea to bring a friend or someone to talk to and to help if an emergency arises.

Why are you going?  Is it to get exercise or see the amazing views off of a mountain? Sometimes I try to meet a personal goal or go to a neat place like a hidden lake.

What costs are involved with this day hike? The costs would be mainly food but can be some tour books of the trail that tells you the interesting places to stop on the trail. Would you need to buy equipment or borrow it these can make you spend more money than is really necessary.

Search and Rescue week 2

My second week at search and rescue practice was interesting because we went out into the woods to learn new skills.  The new members learned how to tramp through the bush at night safely. The group learned how to read a compass and a little bit about a GPS.  One of the senior officers pretended to be hurt so we would get the chance to feel what it is like to carry a stretcher.