Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098

Killin, Callander and District Search and Rescue Group, known as “Killin Mountain Rescue Team” is an SCIO regulated by OSCR, Scottish Charity Number SC044098.

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Busy few days for us, with call outs on the WHW, Ben Lui, & An Caisteal. Massive thanks @MCA_media Rescue 151 & Rescue 199 for air support. Remember: respect the Munros, good hillcraft incl. map & compass, right kit & sensible choices are key. #BenLui #AnCaisteal
#ThreeInThree

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Winter's grip remains on Scottish mountains! Another challenging rescue on Stuc a Chroin last night.  Two climbers brought to safety.  Conditions are still tough – are YOU prepared? #MountainSafety #WinterPreparedness #Scotland #MountainRescue

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

We would also like to thanks the wonderful team @therealfoodcafe for food and refreshments.

#Killinmrt

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

The team have had a fairly active start to the year. We've been requested three times so far this month by Police Scotland Forth Valley . 🗓️🚨 Firstly assisting an injured walker who was in Edinchip. And also assisting a neighbouring team 🤝👨‍⚕️extract a casualty at Alva Glen.

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Thankfully, the quick thinking of two young walkers who happened to come upon the casualty were able to provide hot drinks and guide the rescue team into their location with their headtorches, preventing a bad situation becoming worse. 🙏 #Rescue #Teamwork #Walkers #Headtorches

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

The #weather outlook across our area is similar to much of Scotland. High winds, rain, and snow are forecast tomorrow, making the mountains very challenging. Given the conditions, reaching you in an emergency may take many hours, and air support is unlikely. Follow @the_MWIS

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Last weekend was our final training of the year.

And it was time to test our skills against the search dogs from Search & Rescue Dog Association (Scotland) and SARDA Southern Scotland along with their handlers from Tayside Mountain Rescue Team and Ochils Mountain Rescue Team.

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

BeWinterReady #StormyWeather.

Always consult the weather forecast:

https://t.co/0vPjg52q8T

#dontgetcaughtout
#ThinkWINTER
#killinmrt

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Agencies are reporting heavy snow followed by rain fall will create snow instability & #Avalanche risk. Added to that the wild weather reported @the_MWIS & other agencies regarding #stormbert mean the hills will be wintery and wild today. ❄️🌨️

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Some good advice on how to enjoy a winter day in the Scottish hills.

Remember, if you do need assistance, then call "999" and ask for "POLICE" then "MOUNTAIN RESCUE". This ensures you will get assistance as quickly as possible.

#killinmrt

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Its #999Day! Big shoutout to our awesome volunteers who keep our team going. And let's not forget the families, friends, and employers who have our backs too!

#999policemountainrescue
#killinmrt

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Along with helping at the local #thecanmorestreetcaleidh in Callander our volunteers have really gone above and beyond.

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Here is a recap of our weekend....

On Saturday our team were busy bee's with our services being requested three times in 24 hours.

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

And as we were heading back, the team were alerted to an incident in Tyndrum to an individual with an injured lower leg. Thankfully local resources resolved this.

[HeavyWhalleyMBE.BEM @HeavyWhalley]

Staying safe in the dark.
In the dark.

It’s that time again the days are getting shorter on the hill the light goes quicker and you have to modify your plans over winter … https://t.co/JviDR9CBgO

[Killin Mountain Rescue Team SC044098 @killinmrt87]

Some pics from supporting our local community #killinshow and climbing #Benledi with @SrfcRugby on Saturday.