Search and Rescue Mutual Aid

How can teams best support subjects from populations with unique needs? Is your team prepared to respond to a call to support an autistic subject? Or a subject with dementia? What about someone with other communication or sensory needs? Today, we talk to Katie Schuelke to get important perspective on working with these special subject populations. Katie is working with Base Medical to develop a course that can bridge this gap and set teams up for success. Today's Guest Katie Schuelke: King Co...

How do you intentionally build a strong team culture? And why? Chris Ruch (VP of the Mountain Rescue Association and chief of Allegheny Mountain Rescue Group) discusses how culture can impact team performance, the importance of defining and assessing team culture, and the need for a shared mission. Together, we explore practical strategies for addressing conflict, ensuring safety, and fostering a sense of belonging within teams. Today's Guest Chris Ruch: MRA Vice President and Chief of Allegh...

What does it take to build a fundraising program that's effective and dynamic? Kelley McIntosh from Mason County SAR in Washington have reinvented their fundraising program in the last few years. Between events like comedy night, turnkey programs like spare change round up, grants, and public outreach, they've diversified and increased their revenue streams. We discuss how teams can kick up their fundraising efforts and build community relationships. Today's Guest Kelley McIntosh: Mason ...

How can teams implement a PSAR program that reaches a wide audience and offers value? Today we talk about all things Preventative SAR including how it helps communities, emboldens teams, and leads to better outcomes all around. Helping to educate your community can help your team build connections and put hard earned knowledge to good use. But where to begin? Our guests share some advice. Today's Guests Anna Marini: PSAR Coordinator at Joshua Tree National Park Meghan Twohig: Vail Mounta...

How do different states navigate dispatch when it comes to Search and Rescue? And how will an amendment to a New Mexico law change the process and save lives? Today we hear from Teal Harbin and Robert Garcia - who worked together to increase awareness and pass an amendment in New Mexico, which will streamline dispatch and bolster the state's SAR program. Today's Guest: Robert Garcia: NMSARC Chair, Field Coordinator, and Organ Mountain Technical Rescue Squad

How can teams navigate the emotional and mental challenges of working in Search and Rescue to ensure member retention and health? Today, we explore the importance of discussions on responder mental health and what teams can do to recognize and manage stress injuries. From individual behaviors to systemic structures, there are many ways you can help your team to be resilient and supportive. For more information on Responder Alliance: https://www.responderalliance.com/ Help is always available ...