Blaine County Sheriff Search and Rescue are aware that many people are heading into the backcountry. Due to the unprecedented effects that COVID-19, there is currently a shortage of backcountry rescue personnel.
Blaine County Search and Rescue will do our best to respond to any rescues, but we urge folks to consider that any backcountry rescue will tax resources. At this time we are discouraging people from going into the backcountry unless they are fully prepared, trained, and equipped to self-rescue. Thank you for your cooperation.