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May 2022

News

A sad farewell to Pete Baines

The team said a sad farewell to a stalwart of the team since February 1980. Pete Baines sadly passed away peacefully at home after a long illness earlier this month, and his funeral was held yesterday in Nether Wasdale. In his time, he has been Quartermaster, Buildings Officer, committee member, Read more

By John Bamforth, 4 yearsTue 24th May 2022 ago
Training

Crag Training

Realistic conditions (wet, windy and going dark) for crag training in Eskdale saw the team practice ropework principles, personal safety and a pick-off rescue.

By John Bamforth, 4 years ago
Training

Congratulations to the ‘Class of 21’

Huge congratulations to our ‘Class of ‘21’ probationary members who successfully completed a mock callout this morning as their last training exercise. Following a great morning on the fell in the sunshine in Mosedale they returned to base for a richly deserved buffet. They are now full team members. Joining Read more

By John Bamforth, 4 yearsMon 9th May 2022 ago
Team Shop
The team has got together with Coniston Corporate to provide a range of high quality clothing and other items for supporters to purchase with profits received by the rescue team.

Come to the Rescue!

Join your local heroes for a fun-filled family day out on 10th May – full of activities, demos, talent show, live music and more!

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