Two youth had a high-flying experience along Kalamalka Lake Monday.
Vernon Search and Rescue received a report of two 16-year-old boys stranded on a rock cliff along the Okanagan Rail Trail at about 3 p.m.
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The pair were about 60 feet above the ground so SAR decided to use its helicopter winch to lower a member and then remove the teens.
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Pearson is urging caution when residents consider going rock climbing.
含羞草研究社淭hey had no equipment, no ropes. Go with someone who is experienced and can teach you the skills,含羞草研究社 he said.