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Winter Activities
| Winter activities on the lakes of Hennepin County are as much a part of the lives of citizens as summer activities. The work of the Water Patrol does not end when the lakes and rivers freeze over. In fact, for a Water Patrol Deputy, training for winter activities takes up more time than training for summer because the stakes are higher. | |
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Rescue Sled |
Medical emergencies on the ice are answered by towing a
well-equipped sled with essential emergency supplies.
The sled is equipped with oxygen and first aid kit. Victims are placed on a backboard to prevent further spinal cord injuries. The orange floating basket is used when victims are in the water |
| The short days and long nights of winter means that rescue operations are often conducted in darkness. This sled is equipped with a generator and several halogen light sets. The light and electrical power that this piece of equipment is an important tool that makes night operations efficient and safe. |
Light Sled |
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Responding to an Injury Accident |
"Ice Angel" Air Boat quickly transports rescuers over ice and water to the scene |
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Snowmobile patrol is done in packs of three or four snowmobiles. Each machine has a small first aid kit and radio. One snowmobile usually has a radar unit to enforce speed ordinances. Each deputy wears a PFD and a kidney belt. |
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