Corporate Information　

Minutes from the March and April Board of Director’s Conference Call have been posted to the NASAR website.

 

NASAR is proud to offer the new NASAR Challenge Coin. Traditionally, the challenge coin is awarded or offered to　members of an organization or military unit to signify their full acceptance into that unit.

 

The challenge, which can be made at any time, begins with the challenger drawing his/her coin and "challenging" another unit member by its display. Those being challenged must then produce their coin to meet the challenge.  Those failing to have their coin in possession must then fulfill any prior agreed upon penalty for not meeting the challenge, e.g. buy a drink for the challenger and everyone else who has their challenge coin. However, in that example, should everyone challenged be able to produce their coin, the challenger must buy a round of drinks for the group. 

 

The NASAR Challenge Coin is for sale through the bookstore. Get yours today!

 

 

The 38th Annual National Search and Rescue Conference took place in Tunica, MS. The Mississippi Department of Homeland Security was the hosting agency and did a suburb job assisting the NASAR Board of Director’s and Staff in putting on the conference.

 

Congratulations to the 2010 NASAR Award Winners:

Citation: This scholarship has been awarded by the SAR Dog community in recognition of your efforts and commitment to improving yourself as a Canine Handler at the 2010 National Search and Rescue Conference.

 

Citation: For your dedication and determination to finding lost persons.  Your direct actions in 2009 were vital in locating the body of a drowning victim and giving closure to his distraught family.  For this, your dedication to training, and your commitment to excellence, we award you the 2010 NASAR K9 of the Year Award.

 

Citation: Through Dedication to Providing Quality Search and Rescue Training and Testing and the Willingness to Assist at any Mission in any Capacity, Mr. Schaefer has Earned the Trust and Respect of Those who have Worked with Him.

 

Colorado’s Alpine Rescue Team

Custer County Search and Rescue Team

Douglas County Search and Rescue Team

El Paso County Search and Rescue Team

Rocky Mountain Rescue Group

Citation: For the July 27-28, 2009, high altitude, night rescue on the Crestone Peak - Crestone Needle traverse that was above and beyond the call of duty, exemplifying your selfless commitment.

 

Thank you also to the 2010 National Search and Rescue Conference Exhibitors.

 

 

The 39^th Annual National Search and Rescue Conference will be June 2-4 in Reno, NV. Information regarding workshop submission can be found on the NASAR Conference Website.

 

Message from the NASAR President
Dear SAR Professional,

As the 2010 summer begins, I hope that you and yours will enjoy a safe and fun-filled season in the sun.  Because summer is for many a time of vacation and adventure, SAR teams often see an increase in demand for their critical services.  It is during these periods that individual and team training efforts are realized.  It is also a time where the knowledge, skills and certifications acquired through NASAR are at their greatest value.

 

At the beginning of each summer season, NASAR holds its Annual National Conference and this year was no exception.  In the beginning of May we met in Tunica, Mississippi at the invitation of the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security.  With their huge support, pre-conference efforts, and warm hospitality of the Mississippi SAR Community, the conference was a success.  The Board of Director’s and Staff thank all those in Mississippi that assisted with the conference.　

 

A recurrent theme heard by your Board of Directors in Tunica　was the need to revisit the current method of NASAR course delivery.  Specifically noted is the need to make our courses and certifications more accessible and affordable.  With that as focus, the Board is working to refine existing procedures.  Expect positive refinements in the near term.

 

Plans are under way for the 2011 Conference.  Please mark your calendar and save the date for the 2011 Conference in Reno, NV, June 2-4.  The conference provides a forum to not only sharpen skills and increase your professionalism but to also network with your SAR peers.  Don’t miss this opportunity!  Information about the conference will be released on the NASAR website in the coming months.　

 

Stay safe and know that your commitment to those in need is greatly appreciated.

 

Humbly Yours,

　

Dan Hourihan

President

　

If you have any questions regarding this newsletter or need assistance at any time, please feel free to contact me or Dan Hourihan and we will do our best to assist you.

　

Thank you for your time.

Megan Bartlett

Executive Director