We look at the concept of Mountain Rescue in the UK and Ireland - an entirely voluntary service - and consider where it came from, how it works, why it works and get all philosophical on the power of the volunteer strength of community.

We chew the fat on hard won experience. You can't get good without getting out there and you can't get out there without an element of risk.

We wander the grey area where risk meets reward and explore the tension between personal fulfilment and personal responsibility.

Listen in as we share personal and professional reflections on finding that balance, after all, in the mountains, balance can be a useful thing.

Meet the SARCAST Crew. Mountain sports enthusiasts and rescue volunteers based in the Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland.

In episode one we discuss specialist rescue tea cosies, consider the cold and slippy season, its risks, rewards and how we adjust to meet its challenges, reflecting on some of the experiences winter has brought us.

Meet the SARCAST Crew. Mountain sports enthusiasts and rescue volunteers based in the Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland.

In Episode 1 we discuss specialist rescue tea cosies, consider the cold and slippy season, its risks and rewards and how we adjust to meet its challenges, reflecting on some of the experiences winter has brought us. Full episode published December 2025 (Audio only).