Coming May 15, 2021
Red Riverfest 2021 and Red River Canoe Race News Alert — Friends of Red River
www.friendsofredriverky.org
This spring, the Friends of Red River (FORR) under auspices of the Kentucky Waterways Alliance (KWA) and in partnership with the Explore Kentucky Initiative invites the public to join them for the Wil...#pocosar
Red River Gorge Is A True Hidden Gem In The Heart Of Kentucky
www.onlyinyourstate.com
Red River Gorge is the Holy Grail of outdoor recreation. For the ultimate Kentucky adventure, look no further than Red River Gorge.It is not a national park.
Does anybody know when it got National Park designation or is it still designated as a National Geologic Area? I haven’t seen any of the signs changed.
Hidden gem? The Red River Gorge is an overrun tourist attraction.
The cover photo is Natural Arch, which is in Big South Fork, not the Red River Gorge 🤣
It is not a national park. It’s still designated as a geological area.
PCSAR, along with Red STAR, held their monthly joint training operation on Saturday 03/20/21 in the Gray’s Arch area. David Fifer, paramedic with Red STAR, discussed patient packaging in a wilderness environment, as well as hypothermia. Sometimes an IV is required to administer medications during a rescue operation, and depending on the situation, the large vein in the neck may be the best option. An IV is beyond basic wilderness first aid, so partnering with Red STAR allows more advanced medical options during rescues.
PCSAR members practiced moving a stokes basket down rocky ledges. This was also an opportunity for the team to practice communication standards. Rope techs rotated members through different segments of high and low angle rope operations. Afterward, some of the SAR team members enjoyed their first rappelling experience.
Red STAR- Red River Gorge Special Treatment, Access and Rescue
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Masks?
#searchandrescue #pocosar #REDSTAR #powellcountysearchandrescue #powellcountyemsredrivergorgespecialoperationsMedical Specialist on the left. Rescue Specialist on the right. People who care about their community, combining their talents.
Powell County Emergency Medical Services // Red STAR- Red River Gorge Special Treatment, Access and Rescue and Powell County Search & Rescue getting it done.
❗Road closure❗Red River Gorge - Cumberland District - 03/20/21 - KY 715 remains closed between Sky Bridge and the Red River. In effort to keep traffic moving, Osborne Bend Trailhead parking area has been closed and will now serve as a turnaround. Limited parking allowed at designated paved pulloffs along KY 715. Parking is not allowed at the Copperas Canoe Launch, as this location is a drop-off area ONLY for those vehicles transporting boats to the River. Law enforcement will be patrolling this area and vehicles parked illegally will be ticketed and may be towed. We understand the inconvenience this may cause and are working as quickly as possible to facilitate repairs and reopen the road and parking. Thank you for your understanding.