Arrowsmith Search and Rescue is finalizing plans to celebrate the completion of its new operations centre at Qualicum Beach Airport.
A special event is set for Oct. 1 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) to showcase the new facility, their members, services and capabilities to the general public. They also plan to demonstrate search and rescue equipment and skills.
Activities will include outdoor recreation safety training, tours of the new facility, displays of rescue equipment, speeches and food services.
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The ASAR event received support from the Town of Qualicum Beach council and will get assistance in kind such as provisions of recycling cans, bags and collection.
Last October the ASAR held an open house as a soft launch to this year’s grand opening. Organizers are expecting 400 specators and 70 participants to attend the grand opening.
— NEWS Staff