Stephenville Search and Rescue

08/11/2026

Bay St. George RCMP thanks Stephenville GSAR for successful rescue of off-road riders

Bay St. George RCMP and Stephenville Ground Search and Rescue safely located two off-road vehicle riders on Saturday after they reported being lost on a backcountry trail.

Around 5:45 on Friday, August 7, Bay St. George RCMP received a call from an ATV operator requesting assistance. The operator and their passenger were traveling the backcountry, headed towards Serpentine Lake, when they became lost. The pair were able to provide police with their coordinates and a description of their appearance and the area. They also indicated that they were well-prepared with food, water and supplies.

Police engaged Stephenville Ground Search and Rescue, who located the pair safe and in good health on Saturday afternoon. They were escorted to safety, and were able to resume their travels.

This incident is a valuable reminder of the importance of packing the right gear before you head out on your next adventure. The pair were prepared with a communications device, shelter, food and water for their trip, and were able to stay safe and healthy until assistance arrived.

Across Newfoundland and Labrador, Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) teams go above and beyond to help those who find themselves in emergency situations and or in need of aid. RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador thanks all dedicated GSAR volunteers for your commitment to the safety of our communities, not only in this incident but year-round across the province.

08/10/2026

On the evening of Friday, August 7th, our team was activated by the RCMP to assist in locating two individuals on ATVs in the Lewis Hills/Gallants area. The pair had become lost and bogged down in challenging terrain as daylight faded.

Our volunteers deployed immediately, searching throughout the night and into Saturday. Thanks to the coordinated effort of our searchers and members of the Bay St. George detachment of the RCMP, the couple was located safe, sound, and in good health on Saturday afternoon, and they were assisted out of the backcountry.

With backcountry and ATV season in full swing across Western Newfoundland, terrain can change rapidly and even familiar trails can become disorienting. If you are heading out, please remember to follow the Three Ts:

Trip Planning: Always leave a detailed trip plan with a responsible friend or family member, including your intended route and an agreed-upon return time. If your plans change, let them know.

Training: Ensure your skills and your machine are up to the challenge of the terrain you are tackling. Know how to navigate using physical maps and a compass alongside your GPS.

Take the Essentials: Weather and trail conditions can turn quickly. Always pack extra fuel, a first aid kit, reliable communication tools (such as a satellite messenger or inReach), warm and waterproof layers, emergency shelter, fire-starting gear, extra food, and water.

If you get lost or stuck, stay with your vehicle, stay warm, and call for help as early as possible. Safe trails, everyone!

07/25/2026

Newfoundland and Labrador is home to breathtaking hiking trails. Make sure you are safe and prepared before you head out on your next adventure!

✅ Check the weather and trail conditions before you hike.
✅ Consider hiking with a friend or group.
✅ Always tell someone where you are going, when you plan to get back and what your planned route is.
✅ Know your limits and choose a hike that matches your experience and abilities.
✅ Pack emergency supplies, like a first aid kit, flashlight and whistle, and adequate food and water.

Learn more about preparing to hike from Parks Canada: https://parks.canada.ca/voyage-travel/experiences/sports/randonnee-hiking/preparer-prepare

06/20/2026

Happening today, Help support one of our neighbouring SAR teams continue to provide amazing services.

Today's the Day! BOISAR's Second Annual Radiothon Fundraiser Runs From Noon to 3pm Today Live on BayFM!

If you'd like to help us reach this year's fundraising goal to purchase a new ATV for backcountry rescue, please consider phoning in our sending a donation by EMT! The good folks from Atlantic Edge Credit Union will be there to take your calls!

All donors will have their name entered in draw for a new Battery Operated Pole Saw (valued at $300).

Since yesterday we've already heard from new donors! Thanks to Kathleen LeDrew, Kim (in memory of Bo Carew), and Ryan Gould!

Feel free to drop by our equipment display this afternoon in the lower parking lot of the Glynmill Inn, just outside of the Bay FM studio. Our good friends with the Corner Brook Kinsman will be running a barbecue in the same location in case you'd like to lend your support while also enjoying a delicious burger or hot dog and a drink ($5). Thanks to Lifeline FRS and Humber Valley Bakery for providing items for the BBQ!

We hope to see or hear from you today!

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Atlantic Edge Credit Union
Corner Brook Elks Lodge #505
City of Corner Brook
Dissisit NL Adventures
Western Sno-Riders - Public Page
Go Western Newfoundland
Newfoundland & Labrador Snowmobile Federation
Rideout Tool & Machine Inc.
Lifeline FRS
Corner Brook KinsmenClub
Town of Massey Drive
Town of Irishtown-Summerside
Town of Humber Arm South
Town Of Steady Brook Municipal Page
Hughes Brook
Town of Lark Harbour
Surplus Furniture & Mattress Warehouse

06/09/2026

We are thrilled to announce that we are one of the lucky teams who have been selected for a 2026 Rocky Talkie SAR Award. This grant will allow our team to advance our training and rescue response with more modern equipment. Thank you so much to the people at Rocky Talkie and congratulations to the other successful SAR teams. Check out and learn about how they have helped out many other search and rescue teams across North America through their yearly grants.

06/06/2026

Information sharing.

05/28/2026

PUBLIC ADVISORY: Earlier today, Bay St. George RCMP was advised that a historic military munition was discovered near St. George’s. That item was voluntarily turned over to the RCMP.

The item has been secured and will be continuously monitored until experts with the Department of National Defence can properly dispose of it. These experts have been already been engaged and will arrive in the province as soon as possible.

RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador is proceeding with an abundance of caution. Officers are currently going door-to-door in the immediate area surrounding the RCMP detachment on Oregon Drive in Stephenville, where the item is being stored, to advise residents of the risk and assist them in voluntarily evacuating the area, if they feel safer doing so.

The RCMP detachment in Stephenville will also be closed to the public until further notice. To report an incident that requires a police response, but is not an emergency, please contact the RCMP non-emergency line at 1-800-709-7267 (RCMP). In an emergency, always call 9-1-1.

Updates will be provided as new information is available.

05/11/2026

How does the COSPAS-SARSAT system save lives? 🛰️

The COSPAS-SARSAT system uses a network of satellites to detect distress signals and pinpoint the sender’s location.

These alerts come from emergency beacons carried on:

Aircraft✈️
Maritime vessels 🚤
Hikers, hunters, and outdoor explorers 🥾

When a beacon is activated, the system quickly relays critical information to search and rescue teams, helping them respond faster and more accurately.

It’s a global safety network that makes a real difference.
https://buff.ly/TPrw9mD

05/07/2026

Information sharing :
Public Notice

05/05/2026

Information sharing.

The Town of Stephenville along with the Stephenville Fire Department would like to invite members of the public to join us at the Stephenville Fire Department on Saturday, May 9th, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM for FireSmart Wildfire Preparedness Day.

Join us to learn valuable tips on wildfire prevention in and around our communities. We look forward to seeing you there!