I attended one day of County Fire's Advanced Rope Rescue course and I was extremely impressed with the degree of difficulty and skill that was being demonstrated by the students and the instructors. First rate stuff all the way.
Throwing a throw bag across the river to start the rescue process
Checking the ropes and pulleys one more time....
Getting across the Kern River another way. All those working in the water had wet or dry suits,
The rescuer is taken across the river and then lowered to pick off the stranded person in the middle of the river. They use strictly whistle signals and hand signals.
Finally, the best shot for last. Safety man across the river in case anything goes gunny sack.
This will conclude this phase of my photographic journey. There is much to learn and try in the months and years ahead. I have been privileged to have over 40,000 views in my three photo threads since we began. Not sure what form we might reappear as but I'm sure we will someday. Thanks for the looks and the kind comments.
