Back Country Rescue Resources
One of our best resources is Lifeflight!! Click here to access their website and review their callout and landing zone requirements: www.lifeflightmaine.org/
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Need a topo map in a hurry? mapserver.maptech.com
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What are the rural/wilderness challenges faced by other rescuers across the country? www.ruralmedics.com/
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In any backcountry rescue, the weather may hold special problems or challenges for extended carryouts in remote terrain. Need an accurate weather forecast?
click here www.state.me.us/mema/weather/zone8.htm
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New to backcountry travel and want to get up to date info on gear, trails, clothing and safety? Try the AMC (Appalachian Mountain Club) website at
http://www.outdoors.org/recreation/hiking/index.cfm
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Want to learn more about wilderness medical issues?
Check out these training programs:
www.wildmed.com (Wilderness Medical Associates, Maine)
www.mountainaid.com (Mountain Aid Training Int’l, Maine)
www.soloschools.com (S.O.L.O. White Mtns, N.H.)
www.nols.edu/wmi/ (National Outdoor Leadership School )
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