THOUSAND ISLANDS GROUND SEARCH AND RESCUE

This is disgusting for people to steal from volunteers that give their time and talents to help those in need.

Public Safety Announcement Ensure the last long weekend of the summer is a great one! Be prepared, and ensure your follow the 3Ts Trip Plan, Train and Take the Essentials. Do your part to reduce Search and Rescue incidents in Canada! To find out more visit www.adventuresmart.ca

Alan and his wife Margaret have been a great supporters of the TIGSAR team. We are so sorry to hear of this accident and would encourage anyone who is able to support their grandson at this time to do so.

AdventureSmart has the inside track on indoor activities! We have kid fun activities like our colouring book & the cooty catcher in our virtual tickle trunk of... downloadable fun! You can also access tons of information on various activities, outdoor safety and health at: http://ow.ly/3F3N30qOyvI See more

What safety equipment is required for stand-up paddleboarding? When used for non-navigation activities (e.g. surfing or stand-up paddleboard yoga) you are not r...equired to carry safety equipment, although wearing a personal flotation device or lifejacket is recommended. When used for navigation, stand up paddleboards must be equipped with the following: 1) if wearing a lifejacket or PFD a sound signalling device and a watertight flashlight (if the vessel is operated between sunset and sunrise) or 2) an approved personal flotation device or lifejacket for everyone on board, 15 m of buoyant heaving line, a sound-signaling device, a flashlight (if the vessel is operated between sunset and sunrise). https://www.pc.gc.ca///securite-safety/planche-paddleboard

SARSCENE 2020 CANCELLATION ANNOUNCEMENT The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is being felt around the country and the world. Due to physical distancing concerns ...with mass gatherings including conferences, and the Federal and Provincial health advisories and travel restrictions being enforced, SARVAC regretfully announces that SARSCENE 2020 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, from October 29 to November 1, 2020 is now cancelled. We appreciate your ongoing loyalty to the annual SARSCENE national conference and thank you in advance for your understanding. The Covid-19 outbreak is unprecedented and very concerning for all, and the safety and wellbeing of our attendees and exhibitors must come first. Stay tuned for more information on SARSCENE 2021 in Saskatchewan. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ANNONCE DE L'ANNULATION DE SARSCÈNE 2020 L'impact de la pandémie de Covid-19 se fait sentir dans tout le pays et dans le monde entier. En raison des préoccupations liées à la distanciation physique lors de rassemblements de masse, y compris les conférences, et des avis de santé et restrictions de voyage fédéral et provinciaux en vigueur, l'ACVRS annonce avec regret que SARSCÈNE 2020 à St. John's, Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador, du 29 octobre au 1er novembre 2020 est maintenant annulé. Nous sommes reconnaissants de votre fidélité à la conférence nationale annuelle SARSCÈNE et vous remercions d'avance de votre compréhension. L'épidémie de Covid-19 est sans précédent et très préoccupante pour tous, et la sécurité et le bien-être de nos participants et exposants doivent passer en premier. Restez à l'écoute pour plus d'informations sur SARSCÈNE 2021 en Saskatchewan.

PSA Heading Outdoors this long weekend? If so, please ensure you follow your local public health guidelines regarding COVID-19. Even though it's important f...or us to clear our heads during these unusual times, it's also important to do our part and follow the guideline set out by public health. Don't forget to #BeAdventureSmart and follow the #3ts Trip Plan, Train, and Take the Essentials! Why not let our AdventureSmart Trip Plan App help you through the process? Our app is free for download on the app store, google play and through the web at https://plan.adventuresmart.ca/

AdventureSmart Tip Tuesday: Be AdventureSmart when engaging in any outdoor activities to avoid injury and/or getting lost to help minimize the demands placed o...n emergency response, search and rescue teams, and on the health care system. Always remember to check with your local public health authorities before going out to ensure you follow guidance. http://ow.ly/TUup30qDccg See more

Can't believe it's been 2 years since Gord passed. He was a great supporter and always did what he thought was right for his community.