Author: Kyle Balzer

Coast Ropes and Climb Base5, in addition to keeping rope out of local landfills, raise funds for BC’s search and rescue teams. A Burnaby business that specializes in rescue equipment has created new accessories that will keep dogs active and prevent unnecessary waste from ending up in the landfill. Coast Ropes, as well as Climb Base5 in North Vancouver, take donated “retired” search and rescue (SAR) ropes and upcycle them into environmentally friendly toys and ropes for locals with -pet owner The initiative, inspired by volunteers, is a fundraiser with 100 percent of proceeds earmarked for Coquitlam and Kamloops SAR…