North Shore Rescue is holding out for a hero.
The backcountry rescue squad is accepting applications from physically fit rescuers willing to spend about 600 hours at training sessions and rescues as part of a two-year program.
Rescuers should be able to run the Grouse Grind in less than an hour, carry more than 20 pounds of gear over uneven terrain, and feel comfortable in snowshoes. Detailed knowledge of North Shore trails is also an asset.
Applicants will need to have an understanding employer and live near the North Shore. Anyone interested in volunteering can find more info at northshorerescue.com/about-us/membership.
– Jeremy Shepherd
