2025This life-saving technology has been used to great success with avalanche rescue in the winter but a recent development expands RECCO for summer recreation to save lives by speeding up recovery efforts in outdoor areas Many brands already use RECCO in their products which is designed for avalanche situations but has been expanded for use in the warmer months of the year This device emits a cone-shaped search signal reflected by the passive RECCO reflector on the aircraft This allows SAR helicopters to locate the device effectively and quickly and safely deploy rescue personnel to retrieve a lost individual the detector surveys the area below the helicopter with a width of up to 100 m This SAR helicopter detector can examine 1 km² of forests It is designed explicitly for outdoor searches making it less effective in densely populated urban areas With handheld and this new helicopter detector equipment RECCO reflectors ensure your visibility to rescuers These lightweight passive transponders consist of a diode and an antenna and operate without needing power or activation reflectors can be purchased individually to attach to helmets and bags RECCO reflectors do not degrade or wear out over time As long as they remain free from mechanical damage Currently covered regions include parts of the central Alps, Scandinavia, and many ski resorts in North America, and new areas are constantly being added A goal of mine in 2025 was to tackle a new outdoor sport: backcountry skiing With the promise of untracked snow and uncrowded runs But with that also came the need to ensure safety — I geared up with an avalanche kit But one thing that kept coming up was the RECCO tag on all sorts of gear Skiing safety centers around the risk of avalanche; where there is big snow, there is also the risk of getting stuck in big snow. The daring athletes who go beyond patrolled areas don a few critical pieces of gear: a transceiver or beacon to send out a signal about their location a probe that snaps together like a tent pole to poke through snow and locate the buried person The principle is simple: if buried in mounds of snow your crew needs to be able to locate you then get you out RECCO reflectors trace their origins to Sweden in the late 1970s born out of a need to improve avalanche rescue efforts they’ve expanded beyond snowy slopes to include hiking and mountaineering gear offering peace of mind to outdoor enthusiasts everywhere The RECCO system consists of two components: a reflector and a detector The reflector is a passive device—no batteries Inside is a diode and an antenna that respond to radar signals The detector is a handheld device operated by rescue teams It sends out radar signals that the reflector bounces back as harmonic echoes guiding rescuers to the reflector’s location is like an extra set of eyes for rescue teams The radar waves interact with the diode inside the reflector which then re-radiates a signal at double the original frequency This harmonic echo pinpoints the location of the buried or lost individual the RECCO system works much like a high-tech game of "Marco Polo." The handheld detector call “Marco” out by emitting radar signals answers back “Polo” by bouncing the signal back as a harmonic echo This harmonic radar technology transforms an otherwise silent and disorienting rescue scene into one where rescuers can pinpoint a victim’s location tiny harmonic radar tags can be placed on our flying friends to better understand pollination patterns and for other surveillance strategies that come into question as animals are impacted by the anthropomorphism of nature and/or climate change The application of this technology with the birds and the bees highlights key strengths — it is affordable and therefore possible to tag many animals and run the risk of being lost attaching to these animals without modifying their flight path While RECCO acts as safety insurance for us skiers this system is not a substitute for other safety tools allow for coordinated rescues by enabling two-way communication while GPS devices provide real-time location tracking Avalanche airbags serve an entirely different function helping prevent burial rather than aiding in location I made sure to be equipped with all of the above because it’s always better to be safe than sorry @CatWang This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker SPD Radnicki produced a powerful final quarter to overturn the three-goal deficit HAVK Mladost inflicted on them in the first-leg to reach the Euro Cup final The Croatians battled hard and held their aggregate lead until midway through the third quarter but the tie started to agonisingly slip away from them A strong 4-0 finish from the Serbians finally ended Mladost’s spirited resistance Sabadell restored some pride by drawing 10-10 with Recco at home but the Italians still comfortably progressed thanks to their 16-6 victory in the opening clash.2024/25 Euro Cup MenSemi Finals Second-LegsSPD Radnicki (SRB) 15-8 HAVK Mladost (CRO)(Agg: 25-21)KEIO CN Sabadell (ESP) 10-10 Pro Recco (ITA)(Agg: 16-26)As expected the clash between SPD Radnicki and HAVK Mladost began at a blistering pace as nine goals flew in during an intense and frenetic first quarter.The hosts started with a three-goal deficit from the first-leg and their task soon got worse as Mladost’s Konstantin Kharkov and Ivan Buljubasic fired in quick goals to extend their overall lead to five.Dusan Vasic and Valiko Dadvani converted two man-ups to level the scores on the night then Strahinja Rasovic scored a penalty to edge Radnicki 3-2 ahead.Both sides hit two more to arrive at the first break 5-4 and the momentum was growing for the Serbians especially as Mladost’s Matias Biljaka had already been red carded.The drums and chants were growing louder and louder inside the arena in the second quarter particularly when Nemanja Stanojevic struck after just 30 seconds to make it 6-4 Radnicki were in touching distance of tying the aggregate scores but they couldn’t find another for a while despite having two six on five chances.Instead it was Mladost’s Luka Bosic who found the net as he finished off a nicely-worked man-up for 6-5 but Radnicki’s Boris Vapenski had the last say of the half as he arrowed in a powerful shot from a six on five that flashed through goalkeeper Ivan Marcelic’s hands.In the third Franko Lazic opened the scoring for the Croatians from a man-up before Radomir Drasovic rifled in an unstoppable shot – also from extra – that flew into the top-right corner.With 5:22 on the clock Nikola Murisic finally levelled the aggregate scores after finding space on 2m He delicately looped the ball over Marcelic who desperately tried to reach it.Andrija Basic then unleashed a thunderbolt to put Mladost back in front overall but strikes from Nikola Jaksic and another from Dadvani put the Serbians ahead on the night by four (11-7) – and one in the tie as the visitors continued to battle for every ball and Josip Vrlic muscled his way in front of his marker to make it 11-8 and even things up again ahead of the decisive final eight minutes.Unfortunately for Mladost Vrlic’s goal was his team’s last of the evening Vasic and Drasovic all hammered in to put Radnicki firmly in control at 14-8.Dadvani added his fourth of the game with 1:44 remaining to make the scoreline even more appealing for the Serbians who celebrated reaching their second-ever Euro Cup final.Radnicki won the title in 2013 after beating Florentia and will now have to beat another Italian team – Pro Recco – if they are to lift the famous trophy once again. Pro Recco arrived with a commanding 10-goal lead from the opening leg so Sabadell were aiming to restore some pride and put on a show for their fans which is exactly what they did.If it hadn’t been for a poor second quarter they could have even been celebrating a win on the night against the Italian giants.The game started with both teams trading three goals each Kanstansin Averka and Alberto Barroso all on target for Sabadell while two strikes from Aaron Younger and one from Matteo Iocchi for Recco made it 3-3 at the first break.Sabadell started firing blanks in the second – much to the frustration of the home supporters – and they also missed four six on five opportunities.Recco took their chances as Giacomo Cannella converted a penalty and captain Francesco Di Fulvio and Ben Hallock also found the net Marco Del Lungo made several more great saves to keep the Spaniards out but he couldn’t keep Averka’s effort out with 3:57 on the clock.Francisco Valera soon made it 5-6 on the night with a shot from outside 6m then Cannella scored the only goal of the quarter for the Italians for 5-7.With the overall result beyond doubt it wasn’t easy for Recco to keep shifting through the gears but Sabadell looked more determined to get something out of the game and Averka finished off a six on five for 6-7 just before the penultimate buzzer.The Montenegro international then tied the game 27 seconds into the fourth before Hallock struck from the centre to edge Recco back in the lead.A penalty foul by Cannella gifted Sabadell the opportunity to level again and Valera kept his cool to make it 8-8.Barroso took the hosts’ next penalty as Cannella’s shot smashed off the crossbar and behind.Midway through the quarter USA star Alex Bowen showed his class by firing in a powerful shot from 6m to put Sabadell ahead for the first time on the night.However Bowen’s international team-mate Hallock quickly silenced the celebrations as he scored from a man-up then Condemi converted a penalty to make it 9-10 with 1:51 remaining.Bowen was on a mission and his six on five shot with 1:14 on the clock was luckily deflected into the net for 10-10.It was the final act of the night and although the hosts restored some pride as planned it’s Recco who progress to next month’s final as they continue their quest for a first Euro Cup title Tel: +41 22 552 99 99Fax: +41 22 552 99 89 eaoffice@europeanaquatics.org Powered by MicroPlus Data Processing & Timing A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) A post shared by Bologna De Akker (@bolognadeakker) Dylan Woodhead's Vouliagmeni squad fell to PAOK in the Winner's Stage of A1 Ethniki. Elsewhere, goalkeeper Adrian Weinberg and Chios left things all square with Ydraikos A post shared by Ναυτικ?ς ?μιλος Χ?ου ΑΥΡΑ (@noxiou1930) Team USA attacker Hannes Daube scored seven goals in a huge game against Sydney Lions before he put home two more in another win over the same opponent Women's National Team captain Maggie Steffens and center Tara Prentice have joined the Spanish club Sabadell but were without the team during the Queen's Cup this past weekend A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) Here's a look ahead at some important matches featuring Team USA athletes: Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here The focaccia di Recco, a gastronomic icon of Liguria, has recently captured the attention of the prestigious New York Times, projecting its fame beyond Italian borders and being appreciated by overseas palates this delicacy is distinguished by the crispness of its thin dough which encloses within it a creamy and generous layer of fresh cheese that transforms the tasting into a true sensory experience The dish has been compared to an “Italian-style quesadilla” by the well-known U.S offering a sympathetic and curious interpretation of this homegrown specialty even calling it an ideal candidate for their “last supper.” Behind the apparent simplicity of focaccia di Recco lies a strict selection and preparation process guaranteed by the Consortium that has been protecting this excellence since 2005 the preparation is observed and tasted so as to verify that it conforms to the right recipe Every ingredient undergoes strict quality tests to ensure that the final product is worthy of its renowned reputation if you want to taste focaccia di Recco in its most authentic form only a few restaurants and bakeries can boast the official label is one of the cult places for focaccia lovers a delicious variation that opens every meal with a smile Other must-visit addresses include the historic Tossini which has been churning out focaccia for more than a century And if you're looking for a true institution you can't miss a visit to the focacceria Manuelina a restaurant legend that welcomes every guest with warmth and abundance Focaccia di Recco is not just food: it is a symbol a tradition that continues to delight generation after generation now with the honor of being celebrated overseas Do you want to discover the latest news and recipes of the most renowned chefs and restaurants in the world La nostra società utilizza inoltre cookie funzionali per registrare informazioni sulle scelte dell’utente e per consentire una personalizzazione del Sito; 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Use of this Site constitutes acceptance of our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of SGB Media Be one of the first to try our new activity feed Featuring RECCO®️ locating technology and new temperature-regulating fabrics the Flow Pro Mips delivers unmatched protection and performance Every skier and rider knows that protecting your head with a helmet is nonnegotiable—a good lid is essential gear Enter SCOTT’s new all-mountain and freeride helmet: the Flow Pro Mips The Flow Pro Mips is the first SCOTT helmet to feature integrated RECCO®️ locating technology an added safety measure composed of two parts: a tiny battery-free reflector integrated in the helmet which helps search-and-rescue teams locate the person in distress If someone wearing the Flow Pro Mips needs to be rescued the SAR team can use the detector to send out directional radar signals which are reflected back by the helmet’s integrated RECCO®️ reflector guiding the team to the wearer’s exact location and speeding up a rescue when every second counts While its compact design keeps you agile on the slopes ensuring you stay aware of your surroundings without compromising protection SCOTT’s Pure Sound technology enhances your hearing with a specifically shaped piece within the ear pads which are wrapped in sound-transparent fabric to deliver clearer and more accurately localized sound SCOTT spent two years perfecting this innovation collaborating with the renowned Medical University of Innsbruck in Austria to ensure the technology offers the best possible auditory experience on the slopes and SCOTT nailed it with the Flow Pro Mips the helmet offers a 360-degree fit that ensures your head stays comfortable and secure It also helps reduce the rotational forces that can be transmitted to your brain during high-impact hits offering enhanced protection when you need it most As a Freeride World Tour Vice World Champion and winner of the 2024 Ultimate Mountain Athlete competition SCOTT athlete Molly Armanino takes safety seriously “Being someone who takes moderate risks in competition and in the backcountry I feel comfortable knowing I have a helmet that’s designed to keep my head safe,” said Armanino When it comes to long days on the mountain you shouldn’t need to choose between being comfortable and staying protected Engineered with temperature-regulating fabrics to keep your head cool and dry the Flow Pro Mips allows sweat to evaporate and escape Adjustable ventilation settings let you fine-tune airflow to match your needs Eco bonus: The helmet is made from 98 percent recycled polycarbonate and the liner features a minimum of 50 percent recycled EPS the helmet is over 42 percent sustainably made by weight—it not only reduces impacts to your head but also lowers its impact on the environment Shop Now SCOTT Sports is a four-season brand that helps people who are passionate about the outdoors be at their best across bike, winter, run, and moto categories. 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Learn more at scott-sports.com Men's National Team captain Ben Hallock and Pro Recco picked up a pair of wins over Posillipo and Roma Vis Nova The Italian giants also benefited from Max Irving and Brescia's first loss of the Serie A1 season a 7-6 defeat to Tyler Abramson and De Akker Brescia's lone loss gives Pro Recco a three point lead for first place in the standings Marko Vavic and Savona took care of Roma Vis Nova and Onda Forte as Savona has the third place spot all locked up Abramson and De Akker now sit in a tie for fourth with Trieste after a win over Onda Forte and the previously mentioned upset of Irving and Brescia Quinn Woodhead and Roma Vis Nova sit right behind the fourth place tie while Drew Holland and TeliMar are behind the pack in tenth place following two losses A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) A post shared by TeLiMar Pallanuoto (@telimarpanuoto) Dylan Woodhead and Vouliagmeni beat PAOK while goalkeeper Adrian Weinberg and Chios fell to Ydraikos in the Winner's Stage of the A1 Ethniki season División De Honor (Day 19/22) March 25/29 Team USA attacker Alex Bowen registered five scores in a loss to Barceloneta and four goals in a win over Terrassa to wrap up regular season play in Division De Honor Sabadell finishes the season in second place and will face Barcelona in the semifinal A post shared by LEWaterpolo (@lewaterpolo) A post shared by LEWaterpolo (@lewaterpolo) Women's Champions League (Quarterfinal Stage Women's National Team captain Maggie Steffens scored once for Sabadell who lost its first game of the season but also clinched a spot in the semifinals on aggregate. Steffens, Tara Prentice and Sabadell will play the Greek team of Olympiacos in the semifinals A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) A post shared by Maggie Steffens Conner (@maggie.steffens) Women's División De Honor (Day 20/22) March 29 Maryn Dempsey and Tenerife were narrowly outlasted by Real Canoe on Day 20 in Spain while Sabadell unleashed a big victory over Rubi during early Day 22 action American goalkeeper Isabel Williams and Glyfada came up short against Champions League quarterfinalist Alimos while attacker Malia Allen and Panionios beat AEK A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Australian Water Polo League (Finals) April 4-6 Women's División De Honor (Day 20-21) April 3-5 Thanks for visiting The highly-anticipated draw for the Quarter Finals of the men’s 2024/25 Euro Cup took place on Friday morning in Zagreb and produced some tantalising fixtures The path to May’s showpiece Final was also decided.Eleven-times Champions League winners Pro Recco Waterpolo were paired with Hungary’s Vasas Plaket while last year’s bronze medallists KEIO CN Sabadell will face Montenegro’s VPK Primorac Kotor.The other two intriguing ties see four-times winners AN Brescia take on Serbia’s SPD Radnicki and Croatia’s HAVK Mladost meet Montenegro’s PVK Jadran M:Tel Herceg Novi Recco and Brescia currently sit on top of their domestic A1 division with 43 points each and after they were kept apart in Friday’s draw there’s a chance they could meet in an all-Italian final Radnicki and the other four teams pose a huge threat to that scenario though as each side is equipped with the firepower to go all the way and lift the famous trophy in May The full route the teams will need to navigate to win Euro Cup gold can be seen below.Men’s 2024/25 Euro Cup Quarter Final Draw1st Legs – Thursday 27th February 2025HAVK Mladost (CRO) v PVK Jadran M:Tel Herceg Novi (MNE) AN Brescia (ITA) v SPD Radnicki (SRB)Vasas Plaket (HUN) v Pro Recco (ITA)KEIO CN Sabadell (ESP) v VPK Primorac Kotor (MNE)2nd Legs – Thursday 20th March 2025PVK Jadran M:Tel Herceg Novi (MNE) v HAVK Mladost (CRO) SPD Radnicki (SRB) v AN Brescia (ITA) Pro Recco (ITA) v Vasas Plaket (HUN) VPK Primorac Kotor (MNE) v KEIO CN Sabadell (ESP) A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Total Waterpolo (@total_waterpolo) Thanks for visiting A post shared by Max Irving (@max.irvng) A post shared by TeLiMar Pallanuoto (@telimarpanuoto) Team USA defender Dylan Woodhead's Vouliagmeni squad lost to Panathinkaikos but secured a spot in the Top Eight of A1 Ethniki. Team USA goalkeeper Adrian Weinberg will join Woodhead as his squad A post shared by Ναυτικ?ς ?μιλος Χ?ου ΑΥΡΑ (@noxiou1930) Team USA attacker Hannes Daube went 3-1 Down Under with the UWA Torpedoes Daube scored four and five goals in two wins against Cronulla Sharks while posting six scores in a victory over Drummoyne Devils and two in his team's lone loss of the week División De Honor (Day 17) February 22 Australian Water Polo League (Day 18-19) March 1-2 Thanks for visiting A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) Team USA attacker Alex Bowen scored twice for Sabadell once early and once late in the contest to help Sabadell to a win over Echeyde Bowen and Sabadell notched the win after falling to Barceloneta in the Copa del Rey final A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) Dylan Woodhead and Vouliagmeni A post shared by Vouliagmeni Nautical Club (@vouliagmeninauticalclub) A post shared by Water Polo Champions League (@waterpolocl) A post shared by UWA Torpedoes Water Polo Club (@uwatorpedoes) Thanks for visiting Marko Vavic's club Savona upended Oradea in Champions League play A post shared by Water Polo Champions League (@waterpolocl) Team USA captain Ben Hallock and Pro Recco put together a dominant first leg of the semifinal round against Alex Bowen and Sabadell Hallock and Bowen each scored one for their respective sides The lopsided win leaves Recco in a great spot to advance to the Euro Cup final on aggregate A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) A post shared by Barcelona International Water Polo Academy ® (@biwpa) A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) A post shared by ?? 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(@rnsavona) Hannes Daube and the Torpedoes claimed second place in the 2025 AWL Season at this weekend's tournament final Daube powered home twelve scores in a semifinal win over Fremantle before registering eight goals in a final round loss to UNSW A post shared by Water Polo Australia (@waterpoloaus) A post shared by UWA Torpedoes Water Polo Club (@uwatorpedoes) A post shared by Waterpolo 360 News (@waterpolo360news) Team USA captain Maggie Steffens and Tara Prentice picked up a pair of wins over Terrassa and Mataro with Sabadell in Spain Maryn Dempsey and Tenerife narrowly outlasted Catalunya after penalties American goalkeeper Isabel Williams and Glyfada defeated AEK while attacker Malia Allen and Panionios came up short against Olympiacos Women's División De Honor (Day 22) April 12 Thanks for visiting Marko Vavic and Savona could not disrupt FTC Telekom at home in Champions League play Savona sits in third place of Group B: FTC Telekom (6 pts) A post shared by ?? 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(@rnsavona) A post shared by Max Irving (@max.irvng) A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) Dylan Woodhead and Vouliagmeni upended Adrian Weinberg and Chios in a Greek Team USA showdown A post shared by Ναυτικ?ς ?μιλος Χ?ου ΑΥΡΑ (@noxiou1930) Team USA attacker Alex Bowen scored one for Sabadell in its road victory over Mediterrani Team USA attacker Hannes Daube racked up ten goals over two games for the UWA Torpedoes Daube notched four scores in a 19-13 win and six goals in a 16-12 victory Women's Champions League (Group Stage) March 1 Women's Senior National Team captain Maggie Steffens and center Tara Prentice have joined the Spanish club Sabadell for the stretch run she scored one which proved to be the difference against Vouliagmeni Sabadell officially booked its ticket to the Final Eight by winning Group A A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) Australian Water Polo League (Day 20-21) March 8-9 Women's División De Honor (Day 18) March 15 Women's Champions League (Quarterfinal Stage) March 22/29 A post shared by European Aquatics Water Polo (@euro.waterpolo) Thanks for visiting today’s most-pervasive avalanche rescue technology only existed as an emerging solution to detect tumors RECCO arrived in the avalanche safety world thanks to one man who’d lost a friend in the alpine And it did so quietly — the earliest receivers only produced a peep on transponders from about a meter away They were too cumbersome to be practical in the field and clearly too limited to make an impact on rescues Fast forward 40 years to today, and RECCO reflectors are virtually everywhere Signals cut through 20 meters of snow or 80 meters of air It’s elementary that mountain rescue looks different now than it did then That was the inquiry in one broad, recent survey of avalanche rescues in Switzerland from 1981-2020 lead author Simon Rauch and his colleagues comb through 1,643 avy disaster records in search of patterns The authors broke the data down into two sets: the period from 1981-1990 and the overall period (1981-2020) They discovered that rescues got faster and survival rates climbed overall And though emergency responders are far faster now than in the ‘80s you’re still significantly better off if your own team comes to your aid Generally, a “critical avalanche burial” (like those in the study) occurs when a victim’s head and chest are completely buried in snow these avalanche subjects benefit from fast rescues Disregarding all other circumstances or injuries a human trapped in avalanche pack snow can suffocate in 15 minutes speed has always been the name of the game And operations that took 10 minutes or less “remained high” in success rate throughout those 40 years of data Survival at 130 minutes or more also increased Companion rescues averaged 15 minutes from 1981-1990 The average drops to 10 minutes over all four decades Rescue professionals sped up significantly more: down to 90 minutes on average from 153 minutes The report stopped shy of correlating results with specific activities instead pointing to improvements in field techniques and medical technology And Mother Nature still makes the rules. Every avalanche rescuer Rescuers try to dig out a victim of a 2024 avalanche on Khan Tengri the risk of dying from suffocation between 10 and 30 minutes of burial remained unchanged over the past four decades,” it cautioned “highlighting the greatest challenge in the search and rescue of [buried] individuals…The time window for a successful rescue is short and should be considered by all educators and manufacturers of avalanche safety equipment.” Sam Anderson spent his 20s as an adventure rock climber and Thailand to scope out prime stone and great stories Life on the road gradually transformed into a seat behind the keyboard where he acted as a founding writer of the AllGear Digital Newsroom and earned 1,500+ bylines in four years on topics from pro rock climbing to slingshots and scientific breakthroughs Sign up to receive ExplorersWeb content direct to your inbox once a week Team USA captain Ben Hallock and Pro Recco defeated Team USA attacker Marko Vavic and Savona to begin the Italian Final A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Hallock and Pro Recco captured a third-straight Italian Championship and 36th overall with a dominating win over Savona A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Team USA attackers Max Irving and Luca Cupido squared off for third place in Italy with Irving and Brescia taking a lead in the series A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) Irving and Brescia secured third place and a spot in the LEN Champions League next season with a series win over Ortigia A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) Team USA attacker Hannes Daube and VK Jug fell behind Jadran Split 0-2 in the Croatian Final series A post shared by VK Jug Adriatic osiguranje (@vkjug) A post shared by Water Polo Champions League (@waterpolocl) Thanks for visiting Duomo di Milano Eucharistic celebration presided over by His Excellency Archbishop at the altar of St The most evocative and participatory rite of Palm Sunday (April 13 this year) is undoubtedly the Blessing and Procession of the olive trees and palms presided over in the Cathedral personally by the Archbishop the Procession began at the side altar dedicated to St who was Bishop of Milan at a particularly difficult time in the history of the Milanese Church the Bishops of Milan went into voluntary exile in Genoa John Bono – according to tradition a native of Recco a delegation from the parish and municipality of Recco goes up to Milan to offer palm and olive branches The celebration presided over this year by Archbishop Monsignor Mario Delpini is scheduled for Thursday A post shared by Max Irving (@max.irvng) A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) A1 Ethniki (Day 11-12) December 20-21/January 18-19 Team USA goalkeeper Adrian Weinberg and Chios lost to Olympiacos and Apollon Smirnis while Dylan Woodhead and Vouliagmeni got victories against Palaio Faliro and NO Patras in Greece A post shared by Adrian???????? (@adrianweinberg1) A post shared by Dylan Woodhead (@dwoodhead10) A post shared by UWA Torpedoes Water Polo Club (@uwatorpedoes) A post shared by UWA Torpedoes Water Polo Club (@uwatorpedoes) Champions League (Quarterfinal Round) February 5 División De Honor (Day 11) January 22 Thanks for visiting Sherpas on Annapurna have located the bodies of Rima Sherpa and Ngima Tashi Sherpa They found the bodies thanks to a Recco reflector in their clothing The deceased worked for Seven Summit Treks (SST) A second SST group hopes to launch a new summit push as soon as the weather improves The climbers were slightly above Camp 2 when the avalanche struck Climbers on the mountain suspected that the snow had carried the victims inside a crevasse a group of Sherpas searching for them found a signal emitted by a Recco reflector as seen in a video shared by expedition leader All the Sherpa staff with Kathmandu-based SST use Recco reflectors in their clothes or gear. These passive reflectors can help locate a person when a search team uses a specific device that emits a radio signal. If the passive reflectors on the victims’ clothes bounce back the signal, the searchers’ device emits a beeping sound, as demonstrated in the video. Such reflectors are present by default in a wide range of mountaineering gear and were made mandatory for Everest climbers last year. So while at least one of the bodies has been located, it is unclear if their remains will be recovered. Fifteen minutes before the avalanche struck, John Black of South Africa crossed what he believes is the same crevasse where the missing Sherpas ended up. As he explained to ExplorersWeb, it was easily crossed with a two-piece ladder. The crevasse where the avalanche swept the two Sherpas, 15 minutes before the accident occurred. Photo: John Black Black noted that the crevasse was much wider the following day when his climbing partner, Warren Eva, passed by it on his way down from the summit. (See the piece of the ladder by the crevasse.) The same crevasse as in the upper photo, a day after the avalanche. Photo: Warren Eva John Black turned around shortly after starting his summit push on Annapurna and missed the avalanche by minutes on his way down. Warren Eva was the first non-Nepalese to reach the summit and witnessed the situation in Camp 3 during the hours after the avalanche damaged a section of the ropes. We are currently working on an interview with them for ExplorersWeb. As of today, 75 people have died on Annapurna; 39 out of them — nearly half — in avalanches, ExplorerWeb’s KrisAnnapurna points out. Out of the 75 casualties, 20 were Sherpas, including Rima Sherpa and Gnima Tashi Sherpa. For the first time this season, a thin layer of snow covers Annapurna Base Camp. The forecast is for more snow in the next few days. Pioneer Adventure, 8K Expeditions, and Makalu Adventure teams are dismantling their tents and leaving. Only Seven Summit Treks, the biggest team, remains in place. They still have clients who hope to summit as soon as another weather window opens. One of them, Oleg Ivanchenko of Ukraine, is currently guiding two clients and is outfitted by SST. Ivanchenko is currently back in Pokhara for some rest during the bad weather. He told ExplorersWeb that they hope to get a summit chance after April 13. This season, Nepal’s Department of Tourism granted a record 66 permits for Annapurna. The previous record for summits was 67 in 2022, but this included both foreigners and local climbers. That year, almost everyone summited in a massive, single wave. Only foreigners need permits in Nepal. If this second group succeeds, the record number of summits will likely be beaten. Moeses Fiamoncini of Brazil is also back on the mountain, guiding fellow Brazilian climber Renata Fialho but hoping to summit himself for the first time, on this, his fifth try! Fiamoncini attempted Annapurna three times previously in spring and once in winter 2024 as part of a team led by Alex Txikon. “The mountain is very dry, as in winter 2024,” Fiamoncini told ExplorersWeb. “In Camp 2 [that winter], conditions were almost the same, mostly ice with very little snow. The only difference now is that it’s quite a bit warmer.” Fiamoncini added: “Such wintery conditions lasted into early April, which also made the mountain more dangerous due to frequent serac falls and large avalanches. Now it’s warmer than in winter and thus seracs are more unstable.” Climbers heading for the summit next week will likely find a different route than the first wave did. View this post on Instagram See this post on Instagram it snowed here at Base Camp for the first time in the season which is quite rare,” Fiamoncini said it usually snowed a lot in Base Camp during March.” Angela Benavides graduated university in journalism and specializes in high-altitude mountaineering and expedition news She has been writing about climbing and mountaineering adventure and outdoor sports for 20+ years Angela Benavides spent time at/worked at a number of local and international media She is also experienced in outdoor-sport consultancy for sponsoring corporations Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application peacefully transitioned from this world surrounded by his family on December 25 He made his earthly entrance on November 24 and the late Electa (Jordan) Feagin in Mansfield Raccio was a resident of Mansfield for most of his life He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy where he earned an honorable discharge He loved to fish with his children and grandchildren Raccio helped his fellow neighbors and community by doing selfless acts whenever he could and Jessica Mills of Mansfield; four sons and Clifford (Chloe) Mills all of Mansfield; four sisters Michigan; two sisters-in-laws; Sarah Feagin of Birmingham Raccio was also preceded in death by his brothers Leonard Friends may call at the church one-hour prior beginning at 10:00 AM until the time of the service Interment will follow and be in Mansfield Cemetery Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Friday Interment at Mansfield Cemetery Association view video tribute and offer condolences to the Feagin Family This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Rutgers basketball has a new radio home – and it’s a spot on the dial Scarlet Knights fans know well game broadcasts will be heard on WFAN (660 AM which has been airing Rutgers football since 2022 Jerry Recco broke the news on the station Tuesday morning during an in-studio interview with head coach Steve Pikiell and freshman guard Dylan Harper a Hazlet resident who has served as Rutgers basketball’s play-by-play voice since Pikiell’s tenure began in 2016 The move comes after Rutgers’ previous radio home signed off after nearly six decades on the air as ESPN New York took over the frequency “It’s exciting that Rutgers basketball is going to join Rutgers football on WFAN in what is such an anticipated season,” Recco said by phone which is the biggest sports presence in New York Recco joined WFAN in 1997 and is part of the station’s “Boomer and Gio” morning show His crisp tenor has provided the soundtrack to Rutgers’ rise from the ashes under Pikiell featuring incoming McDonald’s All-Americans Harper and Ace Bailey “Given the way they teach defense at Rutgers and now you’re adding firepower offensively the anticipation is through the roof for a good reason,” Recco said “I’ve already told my friends: Don’t ask me for tickets this year.” Recco asked Harper what Big Ten road trip he is most eagerly anticipating Recco asked which place older brother Ron Harper Jr Recco has been there, of course. He is seemingly everywhere, between mornings on WFAN, his work as a Dallas Cowboys studio host and traveling the country for Rutgers hoops (he also runs a popular cornhole league in Keyport) Having the Scarlet Knights unite with WFAN is something of a full-circle development for him “The Rutgers job is some of the most fun I’ve ever had,” Recco said “A lot of it is how we’re treated by Steve and his staff and how respectful the kids are It’s one of my favorite things I’ve done in this business.” Jerry Carino has covered the New Jersey sports scene since 1996 and the college basketball beat since 2003. He is an Associated Press Top 25 voter. Contact him at jcarino@gannettnj.com News | Mar 16 egutierrez@skyhinews.com Avalanche safety equipment won’t stop avalanches It was only a matter of time until this technology ended up in clothing and accessories The idea behind RECCO was born in the late 1970s and prototypes were being made in the early 80s The first RECCO rescue reflector was developed in 1983 in Sweden RECCO officially celebrated its 40th anniversary The RECCO reflectors are lightweight passive transponders that require no power or “activation” to function The reflector can be integrated into jackets Reflectors are also available as an individual product that can be attached to helmets They are designed to last a long time if not mechanically damaged RECCO reflectors are embedded into apparel and gear from hundreds of popular brands such as Patagonia People who have a reflector on them can be detected using RECCO The handheld detector can find reflectors within a range of up to 80 meters in the air and 20 meters through packed snow which results in a practical range of 30 meters in avalanche debris The RECCO detector emits a directional radar signal similar to the beam of a flashlight When the radar signal hits the RECCO reflector it is echoed back to the detector and points the user in the direction of the victim Reflectors can also be used to search for lost gear There are two RECCO detectors in Grand County One is held by Grand County Search and Rescue and the other is with the Winter Park Ski Patrol works for RECCO as a director of training and technical support He describes his role as “answering questions nonstop Howie used to work at Alta Ski Area in Utah for 40 years as a part of the avalanche program he familiarized himself with RECCO technology In the late 1990s he was exposed to a new and smaller RECCO unit “We watched the technology go from analog avalanche transceivers to what they are now triple antennas with digital readouts,” Howie said Howie eventually resigned from the resort and began to work for RECCO full-time in Montana He described the relationship between RECCO and integrated brands as a “partnership.” “They are partners in the rescue system,” Howie said your customers and you have to put these reflectors in and you have to train with the system but everyone’s doing it all together.” Grand County Search and Rescue has had their receiver for the last 10 years Janel Jordy has been with Grand County Search and Rescue for around seven years It started when she saw a flyer in the post office and saw a chance to give back to the community while also combining her love for the backcountry In her years of volunteering with search and rescue she has also seen technology change rapidly She calls the technology they use “impressive.” Besides the RECCO detector Grand County Search and Rescue has a whole kit of technology available She’s seen drones being deployed firsthand in different missions and used for a variety of purposes The drones can be used to study difficult terrain before sending volunteers onto the ground and capture photos in hard to access terrain Some even have limited infrared capabilities to find victims who need rescuing GPS technology is also incredibly important in different missions SARTopo is a mapping program that provides data on things like the location of team members The RECCO detector can be used when someone doesn’t have a transceiver or if the transceiver fails Many people have a reflector embedded in their clothing or equipment and might not even be aware RECCO detectors can be used to find someone who might not be carrying the same equipment that a backcountry athlete might Jordy also emphasized the importance of maintaining and carrying a transceiver if you decide to recreate in the backcountry whether its skiing you’re in transmit mode and then if something terrible happens you switch over to search and then hopefully find that very transceiver pretty quickly.” Jordy said that in the case of an avalanche in the backcountry Alex Scholtz Bash works year-round for Winter Park Resort as a professional ski patroller and bike partoller. She also works as an avalanche tech for the Winter Park Ski Patrol Dog Team Bash has been working with Winter Park Ski Patrol for 11 years she lived in Durango working at Fort Lewis College in the outdoors program During this time she learned a lot about snow safety and avalanches while working in the San Juan Mountains learning and the outdoors have kept her in the business for a long time she says that the experience she gets is unparalleled Bash is very familiar with technology and the role it plays in the outdoors Ski patrollers have many jobs around the resort most mornings are spent doing maintenance around the mountain and preparing for guests whether they need questions answered or when an injury occurs patrollers clean up the slopes and make sure that nobody is left on the mountain With the assistance of the dog team and RECCO detector the groups were able to locate and extricate the buried snowmobiler Bash used the detector and found the signal of the rider who was fully submerged in Pumphouse Lake buried beneath two feet of avalanche debris did not have a transceiver on him and so Bash’s skills with using the detector helped locate the body While avalanche dogs don’t look like other pieces of technology used in search and rescue they are an important tool in finding people underneath the snow They use scent to pinpoint where someone is under the snow and alert their handler confirms whether there is somebody under the snow and then begins the process of digging them out of the snow Bash also echoed that time is of the essence when it comes to avalanche response She recommends everyone carry a transceiver when in avalanche territory because it can be carried easily and can be used by everyone with a little practice A RECCO detector and a rescue dog team aren’t resources that are readily available in the event of a disaster ‘There’s so many tools out there to use in search and rescue,” Bash said “Using an avalanche (transceiver) the concept but it requires a lot of practice and training to actually be good at it and quick with it.” “If this technology revolves around someone’s life then you need to be proficient at it and quick at it and understand all the ins and outs.” Bash noted that one of the biggest changes she has seen in her time working in the outdoors is how readily available technology has become to recreationists She said that the internet is a great resource in learning about safety people who are interested in backcountry recreation can do plenty of research before beginning “The user has the availability to do the research to do their homework to get the technology and to learn about it,” Bash said The beginnings of RECCO were based in the snow; however new achievements meant that RECCO technology could be used all year for search and rescue efforts The RECCO search and rescue helicopter detector can cover large areas quickly The helicopter detector can search from a height of 100 meters and cover a search area of approximately 100 meters wide This airborne detector can be used year round “It allows us to travel over really large areas of terrain as fast as you usually drive a car 300 feet above the ground and you can have a reflection from the RECCO reflectors while flying over the forest scree slope or really complex terrain,” Howie said There is a single RECCO helicopter detector in Colorado and it is located in Durango With so much information about safety available “A word of advice for people going into the backcountry this winter is: get the education practice with the gear and get the forecast the avalanche forecast for the day,” Bash emphasized The Sky-Hi News strives to deliver powerful stories that spark emotion and focus on the place we live contributions from readers like you helped to fund some of our most important reporting including coverage of the East Troublesome Fire consider making a contribution to our newsroom in support of the work we do Share your photos on Instagram using #exploregrand or #skyhinews 2025 at 12:11 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Prince George's County Office of the State's Attorney said that Recco Bouknight were at a convenience store in Temple Hills on June 22 MD — A man will spend the rest of his life in prison for what's described as the "execution style" murder of a 19-year-old in 2023 The Prince George's County Office of the State's Attorney said that Recco Bouknight Coachman was in the store just before 6 p.m when 19-year-old Tyzaiah Gaither of Washington but the incident escalated between the two men and carried out into the parking lot Bouknight got out of a car and shot at Gaither at least 13 times while he was on the ground Coachman ran over Gaither with his own car as he and Bouknight took off from the scene Bouknight executed Tyzaiah Gaither by standing over top of him in a defenseless position and pulling the trigger when he could have just walked away with a firearm he was not permitted to possess There is absolutely no justification for that," said State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy Bouknight was sentenced to life plus 30 years in prison for murder Coachman was convicted of possession of a firearm as a disqualified person and is scheduled to be sentenced on March 12 Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. 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time he was about to drop into a run the unidentified skier pushed the button on his unregistered device six times causing search and rescue (SAR) teams from Clear Creek and Jefferson counties—most of whom are unpaid volunteers—to scramble into action When they arrived at the location of the distress signal Eventually, once the authorities figured out the signal was coming from the same unregistered device, SAR teams stopped responding to the signal according to The Denver Post Authorities later discovered that every time the Berthoud Pass skier triggered a SAR response he was never actually wearing an avalanche transceiver Not only did this skier unnecessarily dispatch SAR but he also put the rescue professionals in a difficult position: They decided to ignore the SOS calls from that particular PLB but what if that skier had actually had an emergency This real-life example demonstrates how essential it is that backcountry skiers know how to use their safety equipment properly In 2019, according to Snowsports Industries of America backcountry skiing continued to be the fastest-growing segment of winter sports in North America backcountry rescue devices have become even more complex and diverse Avalanche transceivers are considered mandatory for all backcountry skiers (as well as knowledge of how to use them) while PLBs are less commonly found on backcountry skiers a PLB is still an essential piece of backcountry safety gear RECCO reflectors and other devices are recommended for those traveling into ski terrain beyond chairlifts can save you and your backcountry partners—and local authorities—a lot of time in an emergency situation Note: There is no rescue device that can replace the knowledge gained in an avalanche education course certified by the American Avalanche Association (AAA) and/or the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) avalanche transceivers are devices that actively transmit and search for an electronic signal at a limited range They are specifically designed to locate victims buried by avalanches and are generally regarded as the fastest way to find someone in a full burial they are typically listed first in the three avalanche rescue items skiers need when venturing into the backcountry: transceiver There are a variety of brands and models of avalanche transceivers on the market the most important thing is that your transceiver—and your partners’ transceiver—operate at the 457 kHz range which has been the industry standard since the early 1990s the functionality of avalanche transceivers can waver and deteriorate over time That’s why it’s a good idea to replace your transceiver every three to four years updating an avalanche transceiver every few seasons will provide users with newer features possibly make finding someone in an emergency situation more efficient On Amazon: Black Diamond Recon BT; BCA Tracker S; Mammut Barryvox Guide- and professional-level transceivers feature more complex functionality, but at an increased cost. While these functions, when used properly, can be very helpful in extreme emergency situations, they require more practice and training to be implemented properly. SKI’s picks for professional-level options include the Ortovox S1+, the Arva Neo+ Buy Now: Ortovox S1+; Arva Neo+; BCA Tracker 3 the most important thing to remember about avalanche transceivers is how to use them and to practice using them often Many ski areas now have avalanche transceiver practice areas specifically for this purpose Teaming up with a few friends in a safe area to use transceivers for various types of hide-and-seek games is another great option Related: Backcountry Adventure to Extend Your Season If you’ve purchased a shell or bib pants for skiing in the past few years there is probably a RECCO reflector inside Reflectors are also starting to find their way into ski boots A RECCO reflector is a passive object that can reflect a radar signal back to a RECCO detector which can help locate a buried avalanche victim RECCO reflectors are generally considered a back-up option should someone be buried in an avalanche without an avalanche transceiver or if a transceiver is damaged in an avalanche While RECCO reflectors are quite small and becoming ubiquitous in ski outerwear, RECCO detectors are quite large, cumbersome, expensive, and generally only used by ski patrol, SAR, and heli-skiing operations. The modern handheld RECCO detector is about the size of a college textbook with a handle which makes it less than ideal for recreational skiers to haul around on ever ski tour RECCO detectors have become more common for North American snow safety professionals and SAR teams Over the past few years, SAR teams in North America and Europe have begun using the RECCO SAR Helicopter Detector. About the size of a keg of beer, the heli detector can cover a huge amount of terrain quickly (one square kilometer in six minutes, according to the company) This obviously expedites the “search” aspect for SAR teams when it comes to finding a missing person in the wilderness and it’s why RECCO reflectors are finding their way into more summer-specific equipment in addition to all types of winter gear The most important thing about RECCO reflectors for recreational backcountry users is to know if your partner has one or more reflectors on their person This information can be critical in an emergency situation for ski patrol and other authorities in order to know what equipment to use If you want to add more RECCO reflectors to your kit and a reflector that can loop on to a backpack Buy on Amazon: RECCO Stretch Belt; RECCO Stick-On Reflector; RECCO Backpack Loop Related: Freeride World Tour Announces Safety Partners PLBs have come a long way since 2010. Originally designed for SOS and one-way message transmission, brands like Spot, Garmin, and BivyStick now make devices with two-way SMS messaging options and sleek real-time mapping software that can be shared privately or publicly on the internet If there is an emergency in the backcountry where there is little or no cell phone service PLBs can be a lifeline for summoning nearby SAR operations That’s why it’s a great idea for backcountry travelers to have a PLB in addition to an avalanche transceiver and RECCO reflectors A Spot X PLB in Rocky Mountain National ParkPhoto credit: Frankieboy Photography LLC | F The two-way messaging features found on most new PLBs are also very handy especially in backcountry zones with limited cell phone service Besides being able to check in throughout the day with status and location information two-way messaging devices can also be a great way to let the right people know that everything is OK when an adventure takes longer than expected or if a rendezvous spot has changed Spot, Garmin, and BivyStick offer various devices with SOS, mapping software, and two-way SMS messaging via a Bluetooth connection to a smartphone with a subscription plan. Only the Spot X device offers all of the above with a Blackberry-style keyboard on the device itself a critical feature should the smartphone’s battery die That makes the Spot X the ideal choice for extended adventures beyond the range of cell phone service On Amazon: Spot X; Garmin InReach Mini; BivyStick While it’s true that any backcountry skier needs an avalanche transceiver before any other type of backcountry rescue device adding at least one RECCO reflector to your kit and a PLB would be a great idea for you and your backcountry partners Keep in mind that any rescue device is only as functional as the person using it so be sure to read all instructions for every device and take at least one AAA or AIARE-certified avalanche education course before heading out beyond the ropes News | Oct 8 sdargonne@summitdaily.com KEYSTONE — The Summit County community suffered the loss of one of the area’s most accomplished service dogs last month 24 after years of service with the Colorado Rapid Avalanche Deployment program along with a number of other search and rescue groups around the state and beyond. And all the good stuff that we were able to do with her and the incredible experiences we got to enjoy with her makes it tough at the end and was with one of her handlers just about every day but everybody’s who has made an investment to help train her more than we will ever really realize that played a part in what kind of dog she became So it’s something where everybody should take some pride and ownership in her accomplishments.” John and Andrea Reller were part of a founding group that helped lay the groundwork for Colorado Rapid Avalanche Deployment a volunteer organization that specializes in the training and use of dog teams for avalanche search and rescue missions The Rellers adopted Recco in 2009 when she was just 9 1/2 weeks old and she’s been working in various search and rescue capacities ever since John said she was still active throughout the summer but was diagnosed with cancer in late August Recco spent much of her time in Summit County on call at the Copper Mountain and Arapahoe Basin ski areas and ready to deploy in the event that someone was buried in an avalanche and in need of a special nose to help find them Recco also assisted with the county’s water rescue team frequently participated in wilderness search and rescue operations and was skilled in detecting human remains John estimated that Recco participated in between 80 and 100 missions in her life including more than 20 separate body recoveries from avalanches and drownings and several other instances where she was able to locate missing individuals in the backcountry or under the snow Those who knew her said her loss is a significant one for the search and rescue world “When we lose any of our dogs it’s devastating for us as handlers and as a community,” said Hunter Mortensen “The hard part is trying to express that loss to the bigger community outside of the rescue world who don’t realize what these dogs are capable of doing to take care of the community as a whole but Recco in particular has actually worked across the Mountain West and has been called to help in other states When you lose a dog of that caliber it’s really difficult The best comparison I can make of Recco is she was the Wayne Gretzky of the avalanche and search and rescue world She was ‘The Great One.’ It’s going to be unbelievable thinking about going into this winter without her having the community’s back.” John said that in addition to her work in the field Recco also helped to break down barriers in other organizations and agencies that were skeptical about the efficacy of rescue dogs until they saw her in action Individuals who worked with Recco also said that she was invaluable in helping to train new dogs who would watch her run through drills to see how it’s done and that she provided excellent coaching for her handlers as well. “Special is an understatement in terms of what she meant to us at C-RAD,” said Doug Lesch “During her time at Copper she worked with not just John and really trained a huge group of humans as well … Recco was probably the single biggest influence on dozens of dog handlers around the state and probably the western United States and really set the benchmark for what a high-quality working dog is.” Reller said that Recco had an almost preternatural feel and dedication for the job — whether it was searching widespread areas of open snow for a buried skier or spending hours on end hunched over the edge of a boat — and that her absence would certainly be felt by the rescue community “It wasn’t just the way she worked when she was searching but everything she did on site like recognizing people who were upset and comforting them She understood the big picture of what we went out to accomplish each time … We are all going to feel the loss of Recco for a long time but there’s a sense of pride and a sense of purpose knowing that we have to keep her legacy alive And keep training good dogs for the next mission.” Summit Daily is embarking on a multiyear project to digitize its archives going back to 1989 and make them available to the public in partnership with the Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection The full project is expected to cost about $165,000 All donations made in 2023 will go directly toward this project Team USA attacker Max Irving and Brescia shocked Team USA captain Ben Hallock and Pro Recco in a dramatic shootout to lift the Coppa Italia Brescia is the first club aside from Pro Recco to hoist the cup since 2012 A post shared by Max Irving (@max.irvng) Prior to the final, Irving and Brescia defeated Trieste in the quarterfinals of the Coppa Italia and then narrowly bested Team USA attacker Luca Cupido and Ortigia in the semifinals A post shared by FEDERAZIONE ITALIANA NUOTO (@federnuoto) A post shared by AN Brescia (@an.brescia) Hallock and Pro Recco cruised past Posillipo in the quarterfinals and then upended Team USA attacker Marko Vavic and Savona in the semifinals before falling to Brescia A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Vavic and Savona took care of Salerno in the quarterfinals lost to Hallock and Pro Recco in the semifinals and claimed third place with a win over Cupido and Ortigia A post shared by ?? Rari Nantes Savona ?? (@rnsavona) Cupido (Ortigia) handled Genova Quinto in the quarterfinals before being dealt a pair of tough one-goal losses to Team USA teammates Irving (Brescia) and Vavic (Savona) A post shared by Circolo Canottieri Ortigia 1928 (@ccortigia1928) Team USA attacker Hannes Daube scored once for Jug Dubrovnik to open the fourth quarter and the Croatian side held off Crvena Zvezda in Euro Cup action A post shared by VK Jug Adriatic osiguranje (@vkjug) Daube and Jug Dubrovnik fell to Novi Beograd and beat Crvena Zvezda in Split A post shared by Hrvatski vaterpolski savez ???? (@cro_wp) Team USA attacker Alex Bowen and Noisy lost after a penalty shootout at the hands of Tourcoing in France Team USA defender Dylan Woodhead scored one for Vouliagmeni who doubled up Apollo Smyrnis after a match with Panathinaikos ended in a 12-12 draw Team USA goalkeeper Drew Holland and Peristeri ended things with PAOK all level at 7-7 in Greece A post shared by ΓΣ Περιστερ?ου (@peristerisc) Information via total-waterpolo.com & aquafeed24.com Thanks for visiting After nearly two days of searching, the body of a third person killed in a Tuesday avalanche at Silver Mountain was found using a radar emitter slung from the bottom of a helicopter RECCO technology is a passive reflector that is increasingly found embedded in clothing and boots This is how it works: A RECCO detector – either a handheld device or a larger device designed for helicopters – emits a “directional radar signal, like the beam of a flashlight.” echoes the signal back and points the rescuers to the person or object On Tuesday, Dr. Molly Hubbard was found when Two Bear Air, a privately funded search-and-rescue operation based out of Whitefish, Montana, used a RECCO device designed specifically for helicopters Although RECCO technology has been used in Europe for years said he started seeing RECCO appear in clothing and apparel about four years ago “I think it first showed up in boots and then started moving to clothing and packs,” he said RECCO is not a good substitute for avalanche beacons which emit a pulsed radio signal that can be received and pinpointed even when under the snow That’s because the detectors used to spot the RECCO reflectors are not common and Schweitzer Mountain has just two handheld devices “Personally I’ve always looked at it as a recovery item Give directly to The Spokesman-Review's Northwest Passages community forums series -- which helps to offset the costs of several reporter and editor positions at the newspaper -- by using the easy options below Gifts processed in this system are tax deductible Get breaking news delivered to your inbox as it happens TDS Telecommunications continues expanding its high-speed all-fiber internet network into more Spokane-area neighborhoods © Copyright 2025, The Spokesman-Review | Community Guidelines | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Copyright Policy A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Savona continued its losing streak in matches against Pro Recco. Savona hasn't beaten Recco since the second match of the 2011 Italian League final. Since then, most of the games have been one-sided contests. The duel in Genoa was no different. The European champion had an 8-1 lead in the 15th minute and the second half was a mere formality. Team USA center Ben Hallock notched two goals for Pro Recco A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Pro Recco scored in its first possession and built a 3-1 lead by the end of the first period but Ortigia managed to come very close a few times Recco got a 3-0 run in the second for a 6-2 lead and led 6-3 at halftime Pro Recco maintained a 3-goal lead until the end of the third period when the Sicilians cut the deficit to one Back-to-back goals gave the European champion a 10-7 lead but Recco closed the match with two power-play goals for a 12-8 win and the club's 10th Italian Cup in a row A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Kaposvary produced a big comeback to beat PVSK PVSK had a four-goal lead two minutes before the last break but the rhythm of the game changed quickly Kaposvary took control and scored five goals in a row to go ahead 13-12 in the 29th minute PVSK leveled at 13-13 before Kaposvary beat the buzzer in the very last second for a 14-13 victory A post shared by Kaposva´ri Vi´zilabda Klub (@kaposvar.waterpolo) Vouliagmeni beat Ethnikos 13-4. Team USA center Matt Farmer scored two while Team USA defender Dylan Woodhead added one of his own A post shared by Vouliagmeni Nautical Club (@vouliagmeninauticalclub) Team USA goalkeeper Drew Holland and Peristeri led throughout the game and entered the final frame with a 9-5 advantage Panionios tried to come back after the last break and cut the deficit to one with 3:38 left on the clock Nobody found the net for the remainder of the contest and Peristeri earned the points with a narrow win Noisy-le-Sec recorded a convincing win over Aix-en-Provence. The first quarter of the match in Paris was balanced (3-3). Noisy scored five unanswered goals in the second quarter and added one shortly after the middle break to build a 9-3 lead. There was no way back for Aix. Team USA attacker Alex Bowen found the back of the net once for Noisy A post shared by Alex Bowen (@abrickbowen) Marseille returned to the winning track against Montpellier. Marseille was almost always in front (the visitors leveled just twice, 1-1 & 2-2) and built a 6-goal lead bit by bit. Team USA attacker Hannes Daube scored one in Marseille's 14-8 win A post shared by Cercle des Nageurs Marseille (@cnmarseille) Sabadell earned a huge advantage in the first half and didn't let Barcelona come back ruled the field in the first half and had a 5-goal lead (6-1) Barcelona scored the last three goals in the game Led by the incredible six-goal performance of Sofia Giustini the Italians pulled an unlikely win out of the bag Roma will regret not putting up a stronger fight in the first leg as their 15-10 loss there proved to be extremely costly in the end as Sabadell advanced on aggregate but strikes inside the last two minutes secured a brilliant result on the night for the Romans A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) A post shared by Vouliagmeni Nautical Club (@vouliagmeninauticalclub) A post shared by Club Natacio´ Sabadell (@cnsabadell) Thanks for visiting A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) A post shared by Pro Recco Waterpolo 1913 (@prorecco) Thanks for visiting By Ashley Newport European cuisine has generated the most interest when it comes from cultures and countries known for world-class (or simply world-famous) fare While most people are open to trying new Italian the dining public has often scoffed at British cuisine dismissing some of the signature dishes as bland overcooked and criminally under-seasoned. With this reputation dogging British cuisine since the Second World War it would seem that opening a high-end restaurant focused on dishes inspired by English cuisine is a gamble a beautifully designed and memorably delicious venture in The Well (457 Wellington St this isn’t your neighbourhood pub’s cottage pie (not that there’s anything wrong with the cottage pie at your U.K.-inspired watering hole) owned by prestigious restaurant brand Oliver and Bonacini and helmed by Executive Chef Ryan Lister offers next-level dishes in an environment that is somehow both whimsical and refined. Occupying two levels in one of Toronto’s most talked-about mixed-use developments The Dorset boasts a stylish interior that’s both classic and modern It combines a chic and inviting bar with a main-floor dining room that stuns with deep red wooden panelling The upstairs dining room feels more formal but not stuffy Connected to it is an airy covered terrace with exposed brick and large windows Inspired by the chef’s hometown of Dorset the restaurant says it’s perfect for anyone looking to savour “a full English breakfast or [tuck] into a hearty Sunday roast”–and it’s true. as the cottage pie and cheesy cauliflower were both excellent but the standout dish is the simple but flavourful salmon and its caviar Not only was it probably the tastiest salmon I’ve ever had it came complete with an accompaniment I could never say no to–caviar don’t let the caviar intimidate you–the $38 dish features salmon roe (or ikura) fish eggs not dissimilar to what you might get at a mid-range Japanese resto. Forgoing traditional sides such as rice and a steamed vegetable medley the dish comes with potato pancakes (that look exactly like pancakes not flat potato fritters) topped with broccolini much like other finer dining establishments the deliciousness was due in large part to the light but generous sauce coating the dish. One thing you won’t see anywhere else is the collection of unique portraits Diners are greeted by multiple paintings of majestic animals (think Boston terriers owls and hares) wearing only the finest attire–crowns adds a touch of fun to the proceedings. Whether you want to grab a cocktail and Scotch duck egg at the bar a decadent mallard duck breast in the more formal dining room or afternoon tea on the terrace (a must-do experience that’s actually kid-friendly) The Dorset has something special and unique to offer Located right downtown in a coveted hotspot romantic after-work cocktails and casual meetups RECCO reflectors are a common feature in ski gear They give rescuers a way to find people buried in avalanches Serious skiers and snowboarders are familiar with RECCO reflectors. The 2-inch tabs embedded into apparel (and even packs and helmets) reflect a specific type of radar beam used by professional ski patrollers or other first responders to find missing people who are wearing them These RECCO search devices are common at ski resorts and can even be mounted on helicopters for a fast response Wintersports brands have used this rapid-response rescue technology for years But FORLOH is the first hunting brand to adopt it avalanche reflectors in hunting apparel seem somewhat pointless But when you consider that hunting puts people in remote wilderness areas at an increased risk of getting injured or lost FORLOH said the integration of this search technology comes as RECCO is working with search-and-rescue teams in the U.S. to expand the use of its RECCO SAR helicopter detector. These helicopter-mounted detectors allow crews to rapidly search for people on the ground across vast areas By pioneering this technology in the hunting industry FORLOH aims to increase the margin of safety for consumers “The very nature of hunting means the hunter is attempting to go undetected to their prey which means hunters are extremely difficult to find in the event of an emergency,” said Andy Techmanski “Given RECCO’s push to expand this technology with search-and-rescue teams we were amazed to learn that it hasn’t yet been integrated into hunting apparel Being prepared is one of the basic requirements when planning any hunt And the integration of RECCO reflectors into our gear gives our customers and their families back home an added margin of safety and additional peace of mind.” You can learn more about the newly launched brand and its products here Sean McCoy is the Editorial Director of GearJunkie he was the chief photographer for the Virgin Islands Daily News and former editor-in-chief for GearJunkie