North Shore Mountains

• Should North Shore Rescue teams get more medical training? Study’s finding raises question

  The findings of the peer-reviewed research suggest North Shore Rescue teams should receive more diverse medical training, said co-author Dr. Alec Ritchie.

  Canada

  Mar 30, 2023
  
• Avalanche forecaster warning of increased risk in Whistler, North Shore mountains

  The large amounts of rain and warming temperatures have experts concerned regarding avalanche risks in the Whistler and North Shore regions.

  Canada

  Dec 28, 2022
  
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• Injured hiker airlifted after 20-foot fall during Baden Powell hike, North Shore Rescue says

  North Shore Rescue is reminding hikers to be more careful during this time of the year, as trails can be slippery due to rainfall and vegetation.

  Canada

  Jun 5, 2022
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• Grouse Grind trail officially opens for 2022 summer season

  The steep 2.5 kilometre trail is open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

  Sports

  May 28, 2022
• B.C. snowboarder ‘sore’ and ‘grateful’ after surviving North Shore avalanche

  Tamo Campos is recovering from a fractured knee, a torn shoulder and hyper-extended hip after being partially-buried by an avalanche on Hollyburn Mountain on Jan. 3. 

  Weather

  Jan 11, 2022
• ‘The conditions have changed’: B.C. rescuers warn of heightened backcountry risks

  "As soon as you get into the mountains the weather can change very quickly. Just keep in mind when the sun goes down it's very cold, we have icy conditions."

  Canada

  Oct 30, 2021
• New study projects 300% increase in landslides in Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains

  The increase is nearly four times higher than the previously projected landslide increase for the North Shore Mountains, said the study.

  Environment

  Oct 29, 2021
• After spending a chilly night in B.C.’s mountains, a hiker wants to share his lessons

  A hiker who recently found himself lost, alone and in need of a rescue on the North Shore earlier this week is now using his experience to hopefully help others.

  Environment

  Sep 10, 2021
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• Special avalanche warning issued for B.C.’s South Coast

  Avalanche Canada has issued a warning, due to a "highly unusual" snowpack with a weak, buried snow layer not typically found in the region's warmer climate.

  Environment

  Jan 29, 2021
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• North Vancouver RCMP investigate skiing incident on Grouse Mountain

  The incident involved two skiers and sent a teenager to hospital with a head injury. RCMP want to find out what happened.

  Canada

  Apr 12, 2019