Douglas County offers April search and rescue training
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/29/2018 - 12:40pm
MINDEN — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue is looking for physically fit and energetic individuals to participate in its upcoming April academy and join the DCSAR team.
DCSAR is a highly qualified and respected team comprised of approximately 50 trained volunteer members within the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They are frequently called out to assist surrounding counties in their rescues, it requires a considerable commitment, but is tremendously rewarding when a life is saved.
DCSAR is accredited by the Mountain Rescue Association and responds to high/low angle rope rescue events, reports of lost or injured backcountry snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling and hiking incidents. The volunteers also handle fire evacuations, river or flood rescues and lost/overdue off road drivers. Any previous experience in any of this areas are useful, but not a requirement to attend the academy and joining this highly skilled team. They also have a Canine Team to assist in locating lost subjects.
Anyone who enjoys the outdoors, is over 18 year of age and has a desire to serve their community in times of emergency should consider applying to the DCSSAR team. Comprehensive training is provided to ensure all members are safe and capable. There is no testing for physical limitations; however members must be able to go out into the back country in any type of weather.
The academy begins April 6, 2018. Applications are available at www.douglassar.org, and must be submitted by March 1, 2018. If you have further questions you may contact DCSAR at dcsar@douglasnv.us.
