Community Training

Hug A Tree and Survive

PGSAR promotes activities which raise the awareness of the community to issues involving safety in the outdoors. PGSAR is involved in implementing three programs sponsored by the AdventureSmart program. Trained presenters can provide free programs for schools or community groups. Last year, over 1200 students in Prince George schools received survival training in our "Hug-a-Tree and Survive" program.

To find out more about all of our community programs or to bring a workshop to your group.     e-mail PGSAR.

Hug-a-Tree and Survive is an RCMP search and rescue initiative that helps lost children survive in the woods. This proactive, preventative program originated in San Diego, CA, after a nine-year-old boy became lost and tragically died in the wilderness.

A core program under the AdventureSmart banner, Hug-a-Tree and Survive teaches children invaluable outdoor survival lessons, including:

•Always tell an adult where you are going.

•Always carry an orange garbage bag and whistle on picnics, hikes and camping trips.

•Once you know you’re lost, "hug a tree" and stay put.

•Help searchers find you by blowing your whistle and by answering their calls.

This program can be delivered in a ½ hour or 1 hour format.  Or specialized for the needs of each group.

Survive Outside      A Guide To Mountain Safety

Survive Outside is a brief presenter led classroom program targeted towards novice outdoor enthusiast, youth groups, and everyone - young and old, interested in learning introductory outdoor survival practices.  You will learn about SAR in your region, the Code of Responsibility, the 10 essentials, Trip Planning, Do’s & Don’ts, and Outdoor Travel Tips.

Snow Safety Education Program (SSEP)

Designed for youth aged 9 - 11, SSEP is an interactive multi-media presentation that teaches the essentials of winter outdoor safety and supports the use of proper equipment, knowledge, and training to help reduce risks and prevent accidents.  The presentation is divided into two parts:

-Playing it safe in-bounds

-Out of bounds What do you need for the back country?

Check out Adventuresmart.ca for more information about these programs and other links.