Mounted search and rescue

[lmabry@zianet.com]

does anyone know if there will be another FC class in the southern part of 
the state? 



Una Smith writes: 

> Jeff Glaze wrote:
> > I am currently attending the F.C. school going on in Santa Fe.
>
> I know about it...I got recruited for that too.  They are so
> hot to get more FCs in NM District 1 that they asked me to
> do both FC and SC training simultaneously.  (The recruiting
> has been going on a long time now, on an individual basis;
> what is new is that it is no longer individual.)  But I have
> too much else going on;  it just isn't going to happen that
> fast. 
>
> Everyone else in New Mexico:  do consider training as Section
> Chiefs;  that would dramatically improve your expertise and
> experience, and provide good synergy with your MSAR training. 
>
>
> > We are using the Source Management Systems Workbook. Here is
> > what the book had to say about Mounted Resources:
> > Advantages - Travel at a slightly faster hourly speed than hasty searchers.
> >                  -  Rider sits higher, has a different perspective, and can
> > see further.
> > Limitations - A greater logistical support need: trailers, feed, corral
> > facilities.
> >                 - Hoof prints destroy footprints and other subtle clues.
> >                 - As rider is further from ground, less likely to discover
> > footprints and other subtle clues.
> >                 - limited to trails and open country, can't effectively
> > search thick vegetation or rugged terrain.
> > Sources - Sheriffs posse.
> >             - Organized clubs
> >             - Non-affiliated individuals.
>
> Gadzooks.  That is pathetic!!! 
>
> We absolutely can and must provide something better than this.
> But, first question:  where does this book come from?  Who
> wrote it, who distributes it, who decides what new material
> goes into it?  You're in an ideal position to get answers to
> these questions...  Also, who are your instructors? 
>
>
> Jeff, will you be in Fanta Se tomorrow (Wednesday) night?  
> Come to our meeting;  our county sheriff will be there, to 
> give us a pitch on why we should become re-affiliated with
> his office.  We really should get together and share info,
> while you are in the area. 
>
>         Una Smith
>         Santa Fe County Sheriff's Posse, in New Mexico
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