JACKSON, Wyo. — Multiple helicopters graced the lawn at the base of Snow King on Thursday afternoon, showing off for the public and nearly 700 search and rescue team members from around the world.

Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR) hosted the International Commission for Alpine Rescue’s (ICAR) annual congress last week, in what was only the second time it has been hosted in the U.S. ICAR was held in Lake Tahoe in 2014.

Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

Though the Blackhawk helicopters were unable to attend, visitors got the chance to see and hop inside multiple rescue choppers that were on display. Flight demonstrations also took place for eager onlookers.

  • Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail
  • Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

The meet-up of national and international alpine rescue teams consisted of demonstrations, practical training exercises, educational experiences, networking and some good old fashioned western fun.

Monica is a Staff Reporter who studied journalism at Syracuse University and has been in the valley since 2015. She loves writing about the local food and bev scene, especially craft beer. When she’s not on the clock, you can find her paddle boarding, sewing, or whipping up a new recipe at home.