Lessons On Avalanche Group Search Techniques

Excellent information on performing an avalanche rescue with more than one rescuer with Jim Conway, Bruce Edgerly and the crew from Backcountry Access. Important elements include proper “lane discipline” when establishing search strips, when to abandon your search strip to perform the coarse and fine search, how to manage “rogue signals” and best practices for communication and leadership on the avalanche debris pile. To find resources to begin or expand your avalanche education, you are highly encouraged to visit kbyg.org.