Wildfire Traps Hikers | BC AdventureSmart Summer Series 2024

"Whenever we hike, we’re prepared for injuries, we’re prepared for encounters with wildlife, we’re prepared to have to spend the night if something went wrong, [but] we’ve never prepared for a fire to stop us from being able to return to the car.”
Hikers were trapped by a B.C. wildfire during the summer 2023 wildfire season, with no access back to their car, the trail or home. Hiker, Sage Randle, will share her thoughts, emotions, plans and actions from her incident with plans to help others be ‘rescue ready’ if necessary this summer. Chris Skinner, owner and guide with Playwest Mountain Experiences and Columbia Valley SAR Member gives his thoughts on the extremely lucky circumstances and what others should consider when hiking in the area.
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