Glossary

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An organized rescue is one carried out by trained professionals or volunteers such as a search & rescue organization, ski patrol, or guiding company using a prepared rescue plan. It can involve numerous personnel and extensive resources such as helicopters and avalanche rescue dogs, and can last several days. 

Backcountry travelers should not depend on organized rescue teams to come to their assistance, as such an effort usually arrives too late to save someone’s life if someone is buried.