BOISAR has a new rescue sled, thanks to the Western Sno-Riders

    Friday, 29 September 2023 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Bay of Islands Search and Rescue coordinator Shawn Street says this piece of equipment can be used all year long.

    The Bay of Islands Search and Rescue group have a new rescue sled on the way, thanks to fundraising by the Western Sno Riders group. Glen Green says they set up a Go Fund Me page back in July and raised two thousand dollars over their goal. Bay of Islands Search and Rescue coordinator Shawn Street says this piece of equipment can be used all year long. There are about 50 members on the Bay of Islands Volunteer Search and Rescue.

     

    To report an error, submit a news tip, or provide feedback, please e-mail news@bayfm.ca or call (709) 637-0183.

    More from Local News

     

     

     

    BayFM recognizes support from the following agencies:

                        

    Today's Weather

    • Corner Brook

      Sunny intervals

      High: 19°C | Low: 6°C

    • Deer Lake

      Sunny intervals

      High: 20°C | Low: 4°C

    Recently Played

    Podcasts

    • The Plain Truth

      The Plain Truth, Wednesday June 11, 2025

      June is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of Canada's leading health challenges

    • Corner Brook In Council

      Corner Brook City Council Meeting, Monday June 9, 2025

      Corner Brook City Council Meeting, Monday June 9, 2025

    • Qalipu Today

      Qalipu Today, Tuesday June 10, 2025

      On this episode of Qalipu Today, we broadcast an informative conversation about the education and training supports available to members through Qalipu First Nation.