"We've had a lot of people that venture up [to Hanes Valley] and unfortunately have not returned," said Danks. If you need rescuing, that can dramatically cut down on the time it takes search crews to find you. There are a few items that anyone heading into the wilderness should pack to prevent tragedy in the backcountry. Bonus tip: Save search crews needless hassleIf you're leaving your car at the trail head overnight for some reason, leave a note. Danks said otherwise, crews will spend the night on a wild goose chase in the woods, thinking someone's lost, when you're safe at home.

Source: CBC News December 30, 2018 15:56 UTC