Search and Rescue

Search and Rescue (SAR)

The diverse and often rugged terrain of Skamania County, and its popularity for outdoor activities, presents many challenges to SAR resources.

The volunteers of our local SAR organizations offer an invaluable service to our community. Their dedication and professionalism has saved lives, and promotes safety in our beautiful backcountry.

If you need Search and Rescue - Call the Skamania County Sheriff's Office: 509/427-9490, or dial 911.

	Washington Emergency Management Division (WEMD) oversees the Washington State SAR Program.
	Wind River SAR is a volunteer backcountry/wilderness search and rescue resource serving Skamania County. Mission: "Rapid response to ground, swiftwater and urban search and rescue missions in Washington and Oregon." Web site.
	The Skamania County Sheriff’s Dive Rescue Team consists of full time Sworn Law Enforcement Officers and Volunteers throughout the region. The Dive Rescue Team is supervised by Sgt. Arne Gonser of the Skamania County Sheriff’s Office, and Assistant Team Leader Dan Fahrni of Carson, Washington. Web site.
	Pacific Crest Search Dogs provides trained search dogs and handlers for SAR missions. Web site.
Other regional SAR Teams:	Volcano Rescue Team Clark County SAR Silver Star SAR Northwest ELT Cowlitz County SAR Crag Rats Portland Mountain Rescue Pacific Northwest SAR Pacific Northwes Search Dogs
Washington State has many SAR resources who stand ready to help.

Search and Rescue (SAR)

Skamania County Emergency Management