Lost hunters found by Manitoba RCMP with Enzo the dog

A father and son out hunting this week have Police Dog Enzo and his handler to thank for their safe return after getting lost northeast of Marchand.

The father and his 12-year-old son left their vehicle on a side road and headed into the woods on Thursday. They eventually lost their way and after a few hours of trying to find their way back, gave up and called RCMP at around 4 p.m.

Police found the hunters’ truck and saw the tracks leading into the woods soon after. Police Dog Enzo and his handler were called in to help track the pair.

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Three hours later, Enzo found the hunters. It took the group another two hours to hike their way out to safety.

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“Thankfully, this situation ended well. The hunters were prepared and able to call for assistance,” Tara Seel with the Manitoba RCMP said.

“The importance of our Police Dog Services cannot be overstated; police dog Enzo and his handler were integral to this rescue.”

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The RCMP issued a few tips Friday for anyone heading into the wilderness.

• Ensure someone knows your starting point and the time you expect to be back,
• Always make sure you are dressed for the elements,
• Bring fire starting gear,
• Bring a trail map (if is one available), and
• Pay attention to specific landmarks.