If you have an Emergency and require Search and Rescue services, please dial 9-1-1.
Quesnel Search and Rescue (QSAR) provides emergency-response services to part of the Cariboo-Chilcotin region bordering the area with CCSAR in Williams Lake and PGSAR based in the North Cariboo region surrounding Prince George. The response jurisdiction area is north of McAllister railway overpass, south of Hixon, west to the Itchas, and east of the Bowron Chain covering approximately 23,300 square kms.
Ground Search and Rescue
GSAR Training for new Members-in-Training starting soon and congratulations to the new certified Members!
Training
Follow the photo stories and updates as to Training and Practices being performed by our Team Members.
Equipment
Technology and equipment form the backbone of our Search and Rescue team’s capabilities, playing a pivotal role in our success.
News & Information
Training Schedule
See the Whiteboard at Headquarters for the Posted Training Schedule and watch for updates. Most Thursdays are designated to rotate through each discipline to work on various skill sets during training and practices. Select Weekends are set for full day Training Practice sessions.
Teams Training – Disciplines & Skill Sets
QSAR’s team members obtain and maintain varied training and experience in disciplines and skill sets such as:
- Ground Search and Rescue (Basic Training requirement for all Members)
- Communications
- Non-motorized Boat Rescue
- Swift Water Rescue
- Tracking
- Rope
- Winter Response
- Flat Ice
- Mapping, Compass & GPS
- ATV / UTV
- Safety
- First Aid
- AdventureSmart