Intermont Search and Rescue is a non-profit organization based in Damascus,
Virginia. We are a Team of the Black Diamond Search and Rescue Council. We can
provide Incident Command, staff and Ground Search resources for lost person
searches in both wilderness and urban settings, downed aircraft throughout
Virginia, and any other services we can help you with!. Our main service area is
South West VA. Our members are trained in technical and semi-technical rescue,
search tactics/techniques and land navigation.
Search And
Rescue involves locating and evacuating persons who are trapped, lost and/or
injured. ISAR specializes in wilderness SAR, we can conduct our search and
rescue activities in areas ranging from towns to rugged and less-populated
outdoor areas.
All it takes to be an a member of ISAR is a strong
commitment to help others and a love for the outdoors. When, where and how often
you respond is totally up to you.
It has been estimated that in excess of 50,000 SAR missions are conducted
each year in the United States. That’s nearly 137 each day or just about 6
missions per hour. Remarkably, over 90% of these missions are executed by
volunteers.
Still interested? Read some of our gear list Requirements
and training info.
BDSARCO Standard for SAR Operations
VDEM Search And Rescue Classes
The Basic Training from VDEM is:
Field Team Member (FTM) 50 Hours
Entry-level field training designed to introduce the field responder to standardized practices for a search and rescue response. Course content includes an overview of the state system, legal concerns, SAR operations, search strategy & tactics, personal preparedness, wilderness survival, land navigation, and basic wilderness rescue. The FTM course consists of approx. 60% classroom and 40% field instruction. Field work is held regardless of current weather conditions unless extreme conditions present personal safety concerns. Successful completion prepares the student to adequately function as a Field Team Member under the direct supervision of a trained Field Team Leader. The FTM certification is valid for a period of 3 years.
If you are still intersted please contact Allison Osborne or Keneatha Sproles to get a membership applcation.
Allison Osborne / allisonb2006@msn.com
Kennetha Sproles / ksproles@bdsarco.org
