About Rescue Canada

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Chris Armstrong

Chris currently lives in Nelson, BC, and has been part of Rescue Canada since 1997! Chris teaches the Rope, Ice, and Swiftwater Courses and loves that he is able to travel to provide these courses. When not working for Rescue Canada, Chris owns and operates Kootenay Swiftwater, is a member of Search and Rescue, is the director of marketing for BCSARA, and is the West Kootenay Director of BCSARA. When Chris is able to find the time, he enjoys expedition rafting and volunteering for Search and Rescue. Chris' most daring adventure? Having kids!

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