International Mountain Rescue Day

Based on the first international meeting of Mountain Rescuers in Wilder Kaiser in Austria

Many years ago, specifically on the weekend of August 28 and 29, 1948, mountain rescue experts convened upon the invitation of the Austrian Alpine Club.

During this conference at Wilder Kaiser, experiences, knowledge, and technology were exchanged.

This pivotal gathering led to the founding of ICAR (International Commission for Alpine Rescue) in 1955, and it strengthened the international network and community of mountain rescuers.

August 28 therefore marks a significant day in the history of the international mountain rescue efforts.

With the International Mountain Rescue Day as introduced by ICAR in 2022, we celebrate the spirit of community, progress, and the commitment of all those people who dedicate themselves to the safety of others in the mountains.

A video documentation from this first meetings in Austria you can find here