Three Questions to Ask Yourself First
1. Do I love helping people?
Our members contribute an average of 240 volunteer hours each year helping missing, lost and injured people in wilderness environments. For some volunteers, it’s many more hours than that. That might sound like a lot, but the time goes quickly when your passion has a purpose.
2. Am I prepared to work hard?
Search and rescue missions often require many rigorous hours spent in arduous conditions, and in many units, you do it all with a rescue pack on your back. The work is physically and mentally demanding, but that might be exactly why it’s so satisfying.
3. Can I respond to unplanned missions any time of the day or night?
The call for help can go out at any time. We need people who can answer the call. While mission response is always voluntary, our members typically find the time to respond to over a third of the missions for their team per year.
Mountain Search Operations
Specialized teams respond quickly to locate and assist lost or injured individuals in rugged terrain.
Disaster Response Assistance
Coordinated efforts to support emergency services during natural disasters and critical incidents.
Water Rescue Missions
Expert intervention in swift water and flood scenarios to ensure public safety.
The Basic Requirements
All persons interested in applying for the position of a search and rescue citizen volunteer must complete the Sheriff’s Department application process. In addition, they must meet the following entry level requirements:
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- No felony convictions
- No pending misdemeanor of felony court cases
- In compliance with the Department tattoo policy
- Eighteen + years of age
- Legal resident of the United States
- Posess a high school diploma or GED
Annual Search and Rescue Training
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Join us for hands-on training focused on wilderness navigation and rescue techniques.
Community Awareness Day
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An event dedicated to educating the public on emergency preparedness and safety protocols.
Volunteer Recruitment Drive
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Meet our team and learn how to join our dedicated search and rescue volunteers.
Reliable Rescue Assistance Around the Clock
Discover how our expert teams safeguard the community with swift, skilled search and rescue efforts. Learn how you can stay informed, volunteer, or request assistance in emergencies.