⛰️Recently we held our Annual Meeting in Castlerose Park Resort, Killarney. Hosted by Kerry Mountain Rescue Team. The weekend saw representatives from all Mountain Rescue Teams throughout Ireland come together to share knowledge and experience whilst enjoying the opportunity to network and socialise.
⛑️Over the weekend the Members heard from various speakers who provided excellent knowledge on various topics. Kerry Mountain Rescue Team provided an overview of 60 years of the Team as they mark this milestone anniversary.
Members also had the opportunity to consider and discuss the future of Mountain Rescue looking ahead to the next ten years and they enjoyed a Team-building exercise which provided the opportunity to network and learn from each other.
The MRI Annual Report for 2024 is now available. It was a big year of Mountain Rescue, particularly with the tragic loss of Ocky Job from Sligo Leitrim Mountain Rescue.
Every year, Mountain Rescue Ireland teams respond to hundreds of incidents, including 379 incidents in 2024. Over a third (38%) of these callouts were for lost or missing people, and another third (35%) were for minor injuries, often to the lower leg (34%) or other lower-body areas (11%). These kinds of injuries can leave you unable to walk out, no matter how close you think you are to safety.
Many incidents happen on the descent (66%), when walkers are more fatigued and less alert. Weather, poor visibility, underestimating the route, and not carrying the right equipment all contribute to avoidable emergencies.
Before heading for the hills, take a moment to consider the AdventureSmart Three Questions:
Do I have the right gear? Waterproof layers, sturdy footwear, map, compass, and a fully charged phone (with a power bank) are essentials (not luxuries).
Do I know what the weather will be like? Conditions can change quickly. Always check the mountain forecast and be ready to adapt your plans.
Do I have the skills and knowledge for the day? Choose a route suited to your experience (or the least experienced person in your group), and know how to navigate without relying solely on technology (mountain skills courses are excellent for developing these skills).
If you need it, call for help early, don’t wait until things get worse. Phone-find technology can often locate you quickly if you have signal, but rescues can take time (often hours), so be prepared to bed-down in the event of an emergency.
The hills can be challenging but hugely rewarding. Preparation, awareness, and respect for the mountains make all the difference between a great day out and a call to rescue teams. ... See MoreSee Less
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⛰️Recently we held our Annual Meeting in Castlerose Park Resort, Killarney. Hosted by Kerry Mountain Rescue Team. The weekend saw representatives from all Mountain Rescue Teams throughout Ireland come together to share knowledge and experience whilst enjoying the opportunity to network and socialise.
😀Derry Cullen from Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue was appointed as the new Chair. Colin Ferguson from North West Mountain Rescue Team - NWMRT and Diarmuid Sculley from Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue were re-elected to the positions of Secretary and Treasurer respectively.
⛑️Over the weekend the Members heard from various speakers who provided excellent knowledge on various topics. Kerry Mountain Rescue Team provided an overview of 60 years of the Team as they mark this milestone anniversary.
Members also had the opportunity to consider and discuss the future of Mountain Rescue looking ahead to the next ten years and they enjoyed a Team-building exercise which provided the opportunity to network and learn from each other.
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The MRI Annual Report for 2024 is now available. It was a big year of Mountain Rescue, particularly with the tragic loss of Ocky Job from Sligo Leitrim Mountain Rescue.
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Every year, Mountain Rescue Ireland teams respond to hundreds of incidents, including 379 incidents in 2024. Over a third (38%) of these callouts were for lost or missing people, and another third (35%) were for minor injuries, often to the lower leg (34%) or other lower-body areas (11%). These kinds of injuries can leave you unable to walk out, no matter how close you think you are to safety.
Many incidents happen on the descent (66%), when walkers are more fatigued and less alert. Weather, poor visibility, underestimating the route, and not carrying the right equipment all contribute to avoidable emergencies.
Before heading for the hills, take a moment to consider the AdventureSmart Three Questions:
Do I have the right gear? Waterproof layers, sturdy footwear, map, compass, and a fully charged phone (with a power bank) are essentials (not luxuries).
Do I know what the weather will be like? Conditions can change quickly. Always check the mountain forecast and be ready to adapt your plans.
Do I have the skills and knowledge for the day? Choose a route suited to your experience (or the least experienced person in your group), and know how to navigate without relying solely on technology (mountain skills courses are excellent for developing these skills).
If you need it, call for help early, don’t wait until things get worse. Phone-find technology can often locate you quickly if you have signal, but rescues can take time (often hours), so be prepared to bed-down in the event of an emergency.
The hills can be challenging but hugely rewarding. Preparation, awareness, and respect for the mountains make all the difference between a great day out and a call to rescue teams. ... See MoreSee Less
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How do you define minor vs serious injury
#SARLOC_Technology !!!
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A big thank you to Derek and the team at Nesta Storage for storing our national Mountain Rescue Ireland equipment. ⛑️
Knowing that the gear is safe and sound, and accessible whenever we need it brings great operational benefits to our mountain rescue teams.
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