Chilliwack SAR assists hikers stranded deep in the Chilliwack River Valley mountains amid freezing temps

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Since no helicopter extraction option was available until the morning, and a layer of slippery snow covering the scrambling route, CSAR volunteers were forced to wait it out until daylight. Members kept the subjects as warm as possible with extra layers, hot drinks, and heat vests.

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Image: CSAR / CSAR volunteers with headlamps during their rescue effort.

At first light, the subjects and rescuers were extricated via long line with Valley Helicopters.

CSAR encourages backcountry hikers to remember the following:

– Thoroughly research and know your route – the South Ridge of Welch Peak is a scramble, NOT a hike. It is difficult, steep, remote and known for poor rock quality.

– Be realistic about how long it should take. Darkness sets in early this time of year and temperatures drop quickly.

– Be prepared for the terrain and conditions – don’t pack for the best-case scenario, pack for the worst.

– If you go into the alpine any time of year be ready to deal with the possibility of snow and freezing temperatures.