Hello new recruit!
First lets go over the Basics... Search and Rescue (SAR) involves locating and evacuating persons who are trapped, lost and/or injured. MSAR specializes in wilderness SAR, however we conduct our search and rescue activities in areas ranging from cities to rugged and less-populated outdoor areas.
- Intro to MSAR
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Maryland Search and Rescue is a SAR team with roots dating back to 1981. We are a part of several larger search and rescue groups, such as the Appalachian Search and Rescue Conference (ASRC). Click here for a brief word on the ASRC
- Training levels
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There are 4 main training levels or ranks: Boot, Call out Qualified, Field Team Member, and Field Team Leader. New members are "Boots" and can participate in all trainings and activities, but must reach the Call out Qualified status to go on searches.
Due to the nature of our work as well as our trainings and trips, there is a lot of gear required of our members.
A list of suggested places to acquire your gear
Questions? check out our FAQs section or Email us!