Tag: Hiking

Hiker injured in Cumberland after being attacked by a black bear

Fish & Wildlife Nathan Maley -
A hiker was injured in a black bear attack near Cumberland over the weekend.

CVSAR activated twice Tuesday, urging safety ahead of long weekend

Search and Rescue Nathan Maley -
Two callouts this week to the Comox Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) team have them preaching safety ahead of the BC Day long weekend. 

New app boosts tourism on the North Island

News Justin Goulet -
Outdoor enthusiasts now have an app to help guide them around North Island trails. Tourism Vancouver Island North has released...

Ground SAR offers long weekend hiking safety tips

News Justin Goulet -
Ground Search and Rescue is reminding people to be careful if you're venturing into the back country or heading...

SAR reminding hikers to be prepared

News Justin Goulet -
Ground Search crews are reminding hikers to be prepared before heading out. A hiker from Victoria is recovering after spending...

Safe hiking during Fall season

News Justin Goulet -
Ground Search and Rescue is reminding hikers to be prepared now that we're into fall hiking season. Volunteer Daryl Beck...

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