Mounted search and rescue

[Una Smith <una.smith@att.net>]

ALLEN SNYDER wrote:
>In field work on foot we try to keep the team to no less than 4
>persons if possible.  Does this also apply to MSAR? 

Sometimes.  The best use of SAR resources often dictates field teams
of 2 or 3 people.  But that depends on the specific people involved,
the specific task assignment, and other circumstances.

Given a good to so-so trail in very challenging terrain, a field
team larger than 2 might have made the accident far worse.  Also,
a larger field team would have been safer only if the additional
resources had as much relevant experience as Carolyn and her mare.

        Una Smith
        New Mexico