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

• 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

• • 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

• 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.