JACKSON, Wyo. — Teton County Search & Rescue (TCSAR) announced on Monday, Dec. 16, that it will bring on a new class of volunteers in 2025.
TCSAR is a volunteer-run organization that provides emergency Search & Rescue services in Teton County, Wyoming. According to a TCSAR press release, the team currently stands at 38 volunteers.
“New class members help infuse fresh energy to the ranks, while allowing more seasoned volunteers the chance to pass on their knowledge to ensure a bright future for TCSAR,” the press release states.
Matt Hansen, TCSAR communications director, tells Buckrail that volunteers are accepted every few years. The last time applications were open for new volunteers was 2021; before that, it was 2015.
Those looking for the opportunity to become a volunteer must apply before Jan. 31, 2025. Applications are submitted through an online form; click here to learn more about the process and to access the online application.
“There are no heroes — just good people who work together to get the job done.”
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“Many people often think that you need to be a rockstar in the backcountry in order to be a TCSAR volunteer,” TCSAR writes. “While skills in mountain navigation and backcountry medicine are helpful, TCSAR volunteers stress that the most important skill for being on the team is the ability to be a strong teammate. There are no heroes — just good people who work together to get the job done.”
After applications close, the current TCSAR team will review submissions and conduct several rounds of interviews to narrow the pool of candidates to form a new class this spring/early summer. Once selected, TCSAR confirms new members will be probationary for a full year.
During that first year, they will complete at least 200 hours of training and demonstrate their ability to work well with the rest of the team.
