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SAR CON 2026: High-Altitude Mountain Sickness
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
High altitude sickness can range from mild to life threatening with symptoms that can be similar to other conditions. This class will cover thetypes and symptoms to look for as well as assessment findings to distinguish high altitude sickness from other conditions and treatments thatare applicable in the SAR environment.
SAR CON 2026: Lifeseeker: an Airborne Search and Locate Tool
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
Discover the latest SAR asset in the Flight for Life toolkit. Lifeseeker is a valuable tool to find cell phones in remote areas with no cell coverage.Learn how it works and how to deploy it for an overdue or missing person.
SAR CON 2026: Things That Go Boom
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
Lurking problems after the disaster - toxins, time bombs and pitfalls
SAR CON 2025: Keynote: Mt Holy Cross Mystery Solved
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
Learn how how the 19-year cold case of a missing hiker was finally resolved by VMRG in 2024.
SAR CON 2026: Alpine Rescue Team's High-Altitude Kit & How We Utilize It
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
Over the last few years, Alpine Rescue Team has had different versions of their high-altitude kit. Brian and Martin will talk about how this kit hasevolved and been implemented. They will take it outside to show the advantages of the kit in the field.
SAR CON 2026: Did Someone Say DCD?
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
Learn different types of DCDs, the settings they're applicable in, why they work, and get some hands-on practice!
SAR CON 2026: Colorado Hoist Rescue Team Program & Request Process Update
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
The latest advancements and updates from the the Colorado Hoist Rescue Team (CHRT) to include equipment, capabilities and request process. Willadditionally provide the latest usage statistics and conduct a review for authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) on program essentials.
SAR CON 2026: Leveraging Slack for Search & Rescue Operations
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
Discover how to transform communication and coordination within your SAR organization using Slack. In this session, we’ll cover thefundamentals of getting started, including how to leverage Slack's free tier for nonprofits, and dive into real-world applications. Learn how CSARmanages state coordinator incidents, and see how CCSAR-N and CO4x4RnR use the platform to manage their incidents and streamlineinteragency collaboration with Slack Connect to eliminating the hassle of guest accounts.
SAR CON 2026: Keynote: The Rescuer Behind the Rescue - Building Resilience Without Losing Yourself
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
Behind every successful rescue is someone who willingly answers the call, often at great personal sacrifice. Through humor, powerful storytelling, andhis own journey in law enforcement and mental health, Vinnie Montez shares practical lessons on resilience, overcoming stigma, and why takingcare of yourself is one of the most important ways to take care of others.
SAR CON 2026: Site Leadership
  • 2.00 Operations
$0.00
This session explores practical site leadership in technical rope operations, focusing on how to set clear priorities, assign roles, and keep teamsworking safely and efficiently under pressure. Through real-world scenarios and facilitated discussion, we’ll dig into communication,decision-making, and the habits that separate effective rope rescue leaders from competent technicians.

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