Mounted search and rescue

[pennbo@bbv.net]

I have been thinking about this issue in regards to future training events
like SAR CITY. It would be nice if the mounted tracks were as diverse and
detailed as the dog tracks- and I don't see why they couldn't be. It will
take participation by MSAR teams in the events to show there is enough
interest to offer these classes but what better place to receive cross
training then in a place where experts in these other technical areas are
already gathered to teach!!

Chris Pennington
Big Bear Sheriff's Posse
Mounted Search and Rescue

> I had so much
> territory to cover it was easier to send people to professionals to get
> educated than try and provide a capsule of details on the various subjects.
> ;)
>
> Something I suspect you also emphasized is that a lot of the options related
> to expanding MSAR capabilities are outside current comfort zones for many
> teams. And many teams don't have the skill sets within the team to provide
> quality instruction on various subjects. Many teams don't even consider
> this, but bringing in outside trainers and holding regular training to
> become familiar with X and increase skill levels is recommended ... ;)
>
> ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
> Jorene Downs