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Joining Search and Rescue (SAR) is a serious commitment and deeply rewarding. We’re looking for team members who are dependable, motivated, and prepared for the realities of SAR work - on and off the trail. Ask yourself the questions below to see if SAR might be the right fit for you.
Joining Search and Rescue (SAR) is a serious commitment and deeply rewarding. We’re looking for team members who are dependable, motivated, and prepared for the realities of SAR work - on and off the trail. Ask yourself the questions below to see if SAR might be the right fit for you.
Time
Time
Training: Expect to commit to at least four full weekend trainings over four months, including overnight camping in primitive environments.
Ongoing learning: Continued training and recertification are part of the deal.
Availability: Missions can happen anytime—day or night, weekday or weekend.
If your calendar is already packed with little flexibility, SAR may not be a good fit.
Commitment
Commitment
Searches rarely happen when it’s convenient. You may need to use vacation time or shift your work schedule.
You’ll need to be packed, ready, and out the door within an hour of a callout.
You’ll face all kinds of weather—and your gear and transportation are your own responsibility.
Resilience
Resilience
Physical: You must be able to hike with a pack over rough terrain, and carry litters during rescues. SAR requires real fitness and you'll need to pass a physical qualification.
Mental: Missions can involve traumatic scenes, including crime scenes or recoveries. Interacting with grieving families is not uncommon. You’ll need emotional strength and resilience.
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