Episode 223: Harry Harrison - Penrith Mountain Rescue Team Member and Swift Water Rescue Instructor (Volunteer)

In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn chats with Harry Harrison, a dedicated volunteer with the Penrith Mountain Rescue Team in the UK.Harrison who is by trade a Paediatric Physiotherapist, takes us into the heart of the Lake District, where he’s spent years responding to emergencies in one of the UK’s most rugged and beautiful landscapes. He shares powerful and memorable rescue stories that reflect both the challenges and rewards of mountain rescue work.He revisits major flood responses from 2005 through 2015, illustrating how emergency response in the UK has evolved over time. Harry also recalls a few particularly gripping incidents—one involving a dangerous polybagging mishap and another featuring a dramatic, rugby-style tackle to save a woman in crisis.Harrison emphasizes the critical role of mental health awareness within the rescue community. He shares personal insights from the field and discusses how preparation, training, and local support networks play a vital role in every successful mission.This episode is filled with incredible stories, valuable lessons, and a look into the strong sense of camaraderie and service that drives mountain rescue teams. Enjoy!To donate and help support Penrith Mountain Rescue TeamThis episode is powered by Vertical HeliCASTS.Thank you for sponsoring this episode of The Real ResQ: Onboard Systems Hoist and Winch, PAG, Switlik, ReadyBAR, and The Real ResQ Store.Follow The Real ResQ on Facebook and Instagram and listen on Vertical HeliCASTS. Plus, get your podcast gear at therealresqstore.com.