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Article: How to Perform CPR

Posted on21. May, 2010 by TrekBC.

Everyone should know how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). It can prove vital in the field and when you’re out hiking help from others isn’t always close at hand. The tips on this page give you a basic outline of how to perform the correct cpr procedures but are by no means a replacement for a full and in depth first aid course. We recommend signing up for a course in your local area to further extend your lifesaving knowledge.

For now though, here’s what you’ll need to do if your help is required…

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Article: Burn Treatment

Posted on21. May, 2010 by TrekBC.

It’s unlikely you will receive a burn while out hiking but the chances increase greatly if you are camping. Fire places and stoves hold all kinds of dangers and if you do get burnt it’s important you know what to do, especially since professional medical help is not likely to be close at hand.

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Article: How to Use an EpiPen

Posted on21. May, 2010 by TrekBC.

An EpiPen is used to give yourself a shot during an emergency allergic reaction. The pen is disposable and has a hidden needle, which is activated by a spring inside the pen. EpiPen makes giving yourself a shot easy. It also makes it easy for someone else to give you a shot if you are unable to do it yourself.

This video from EpiPen shows you how to use the device in much more detail. Don’t forget, this important information isn’t just for people who suffer life threatening alleric reactions. You should know how to use an EpiPen in case the victim is unable to either do it themselves or tell you what to do. Pay attention, it could save a life!

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Mount Seymour Hiking Video

Posted on04. Feb, 2010 by TrekBC.

Video from a TrekBC hike to Mount Seymour in North Vancouver, BC.

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TrekBC Black Tusk Video

Posted on31. Jan, 2010 by TrekBC.

Here’s a video we shot back in our Hike-BC days. This really was an awesome hike and still to this day probably one of my favourite outdoor adventures. The weather was perfect and we made it up and down in about 7 hours, including lunch!

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