PNWSAR 2026 Application period has ended

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What to Know Before Applying

  • Must be 18 or older
  • 100% volunteer organization (no compensation)
  • Missions occur 24/7 in all weather conditions
  • We handle various situations: missing hikers, hunters, children, Alzheimer's patients, evidence searches
  • Membership requires meeting state and team requirements within specified timeframes

Training Schedule Overview

Monthly Meetings

  • Prospects/Trainees: 1800-1900 (March - October)
  • Full Team: 1900-2100 (January - November)

2026 Prospect Schedule

  • March 7-8: Initial Training (Mandatory)
  • March 21: Full Team Field Training
  • April 18: Prospect Field Training
  • April 19: Full Team Field Training
  • May 16: Full Team Field Training
  • May 30: Qualification Day (Mandatory)

2026 Trainee Schedule

  • June 13: Trainee Field Training
  • June 14: Full Team Field Training
  • July 18: Trainee Field Training
  • July 19: Full Team Field Training
  • August 15: Full Team Field Training
  • September 19: Trainee Field Training
  • September 20: Full Team Field Training
  • October 17: Full Team Field Training
  • November 14: SAR Olympics
Note: Cannot miss more than 2 consecutive months of trainings to remain operational
Required Personal Equipment