Winter survival in the backcountry : a safety handbook

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Precaution — along with knowledge of winter hazards and survival skills — is essential for safe winter wilderness travel. In the backcountry, you are the one responsible for your own safety. We are offering advice for some emergency situations, but it by no means gives all the information you need to know. Backcountry travelers are advised to learn survival first-aid and CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) techniques in case of accident or illness. Contact the St. John Ambulance or the Canadian Red Cross for information on CPR courses. A winter wilderness outing can be an enjoyable adventure. Proper preparation for emergency situations will give you the peace of mind to enjoy a great wilderness experience.

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Winter survival in the backcountry : a safety handbook

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Title and publication information

Type

Guide

Extent

10 pages

Frequency

Once

Publisher / Creator Information

Creator

Recreation and Parks (1979-1992)

Publisher

Recreation and Parks (1979-1992)

Subject Information

Topic

Environment Safety and Emergency Services

Subject (LCSH)

Survival.

Resource Dates

Date Created

1989-01-01

Date Added

2015-07-13T14:59:57.841416

Date Modified

1989-01-01

Date Issued

1989-01-01

Date Archived

2023-09-12

Audience information

General Public

Language

English (Canadian)

Identifiers

NEOS catalogue key

2276424

Usage / Licence

Usage Considerations

"Kananaskis Country, Heritage Fund, Alberta Recreation and Parks"--P. [4] of cover. "KC-10-89-10M"--P. [4] of cover.

Licence

Open Government Licence - Alberta

Contact

Contact Name

Environment and Parks

Contact Email

ESRD.Info-Centre@gov.ab.ca

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