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Becoming an active crew member on search and rescue missions requires specific skills, training, and commitment above all. New crew members are selected by our Recruitment Team.<\/p>\n
Becoming a supporting member involves attending community events and fundraising to support the station.\u00a0 \u00a0Requirements are provided below.<\/p>\n
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Some of our crew members eventually become coxswains and are responsible for the safe operation of the boat on rescue missions. Coxswains receive additional training at the RHIOT School in Bamfield and at the regional RCM-SAR headquarters in Sooke on Vancouver Island.<\/p>\n
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RCM SAR – Station 1 and the West Vancouver Rescue Society are 100% volunteer organizations. We rely on our volunteers to be available when they are on call, maintain our boats and fundraise for new equipment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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