Training
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Training
Search & Rescue members meet each Thursday for ongoing training. Members also give up several weekends each year for advanced training and mock searches.
All COSAR members are trained in the following:
- Ground Search Methods
- Navigation with maps and GPS
- First Aid
- Rescue Methods
- Helicopter Safety
- Outdoor Survival
- Emergency Scene Management
- Avalanche Safety
- Radio Communications
As members gain experience they may take further advanced training in the following:
- Ground Search Team Leader
- Tracking
- Search Management
- Advanced First Aid/Wilderness First Aid
- Ground SAR Instructor
- Avalanche Rescue
- High Angle Rope Rescue
