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No matter where you go hiking or exploring, this advice applies. Plan and communicate.When is a hiker overdue?![]()
Did you know that many “dayhikers” on Mount Whitney take 20+ hours to complete the hike? Even though they told you they’d be done in 12? ![]()
For your safety, so your loved ones don’t worry, and to prevent an unnecessary search and rescue mission, here are some tips about overdue hikers: ![]()
It is very important to let a designated person know when they should expect you back, so that someone can call for a search should you go missing. But WHEN is somebody actually missing? ![]()
There is no exact time frame, it all depends on the hikers’ experience level, the objective, the group size, the weather and many more conditions. However, most overdue people have simply taken a little longer and have not vanished in the wilderness. They have likely just decided to hike at their favorite pace and taken some extra time to get those perfect photos.![]()
If you plan on doing a hike, let your loved ones know when you expect to return but also clarify with them that an estimated time of arrival is very different from a call-for-a-search-time. ![]()
The Inyo County Sheriff’s Office may get several calls a day for overdue hikers. Most searches won’t start at night anyway, since there are inherent risks and very low visibility involved - rather counterproductive when you're looking for someone. During the wait for sunrise, almost all “missing hikers” make it back to the parking lot – with an empty stomach but totally unharmed.![]()
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Posted @withregram • @sanbernardinocountysheriff ⚠️There is a mandatory evacuation order in place for residents living in the community of Wrightwood. ⚠️ The evacuation order is for Highway 2 to Mesquite St from Hwy138 to Sand Canyon. An evacuation center has been set up at Serrano High School, 9292 Sheep Creek Dr, Phelan. Call (909)327-3131 for additional info.![]()
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Thank you Bible Baptist Church for your support of all of our first responders at your service yesterday. We had a great time greeting all who stopped by to spend time with us. Thank you to team members Andy, Chris, Chase and Isela for representing the team! #community #volunteer #vvsar #sbsar
Hope to see you there!![]()
#vvsar #sasar #community #volunteerPlease join us Sunday, May 22, 2022, at 10am for First Responders Day at Bible Baptist Church, 12626 First Avenue in Victorville. We will have displays by Victor Valley Search and Rescue, Phelan Posse, Victor Valley OHV team, SWAT, Narcotics and more. Hope to see you on Sunday.
Several members from Victor Valley Search and Rescue participated in Skid Recovery Training yesterday at the Sheriff's Training Center. This training serves to enhance our team members driving skills when called upon to serve our local communities when conditions may include slippery roadways. Training was topped off with a high speed tour of the upper High Speed Pursuit road course! #sbsar #vvsar #trainingday #volunteer #volunteerforces
This past weekend Deputy Fifita conducted some excellent training for various SAR units, including Victor Valley Search and Rescue. Members from all over the county participated in a quad certification course. #VolunteerForces #SBSAR #VVSAR
If you’re out enjoying the day around Horseman’s Center in Apple Valley. Taking a nice hike and enjoying the surroundings and come across one of these markers. You might just make a great search and rescue team member! They are not easy to find and if you do find one please leave them in place. Post a picture with yourself by the marker and tag Victor Valley search and rescue in your post. We’ll send you a little thank you gift.
Training day with Apple Valley Posse. Trailer safety. Trailer maneuvering. Slalom, U-turns, Offset backing, 90deg backing. #noconeswerelost #vvsar #sbsar #avposse