New Mexico Search and Rescue Council

05/20/2026

Great Job D4

05/14/2026

UPDATE: Four people have died, and a fire ignited after a medical transport aircraft crashed in the Capitan Mountain area in Lincoln County on Thursday morning.

STORY: https://www.krqe.com/news/new-mexico/emergency-crews-responding-to-reports-of-fire-missing-aircraft-near-capitan/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_KRQE_News_13

05/14/2026

https://www.dchieftain.com/news/search-and-rescue-teams-plan-new-operation-may-23-for-missing-truth-or-consequences-man/3040549

05/14/2026

Be safe out there!

Mesilla Valley Search and Rescue Organ Mountain Technical Rescue Squad Doña Ana County Search & Rescue Association, Ltd. Socorro Search and Rescue Team New Mexico Mounted Search & Rescue Chaves Co. Search & Rescue

Lincoln County Fire Service
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office

05/06/2026

Our condolences to the Turner Family.

It is with deep respect that we share the passing of Ted Turner, founder of Ted Turner Reserves. He passed peacefully at the age of 87.

Ted believed in something simple and powerful:

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿.

Because of that belief, bison roam, rivers run clear, and wild places like Vermejo, Armendaris, Ladder, and Sierra Grande continue to thrive.

I had the privilege of working alongside Ted and witnessing his commitment to the land and to future generations. What he built was remarkable. What he restored was even more important.

To those of you who have walked our trails, spent quiet time on these landscapes, or felt something shift while being here—you’ve experienced his legacy.

We will carry it forward with the same integrity, courage, and care that he inspired in all of us.

Ted, we will miss you pal.

With gratitude,
Jade

Jade McBride
President, Ted Turner Reserves

05/03/2026

Many hands make light work 💪 Organ Mountain Missions are always fun!

05/02/2026

Thanks Steve Larese for taking the time to sit down with KOB 4, you make the Board & NMSARC proud!

Bob Garcia - Council President

Hikers heading into the Sandia Mountains are being reminded to never underestimate Albuquerque’s trail system after a man was found dead. ⬇️ Story link in comments.

04/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make ESCAPE 2026 such a success! It's always incredible to see the combined skills and talents of search and rescue teams from all over the state.

04/18/2026

Cibola Search and Rescue Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council Search and Rescue Team Sandia Search Dogs ❤️

Update: CANCEL Silver Alert-Rio Rancho PD

04/17/2026

Our condolences to the Valdez family.

New Mexico State Police identify remains as missing man, Joel “Deano” Valdez

Santa Fe, NM–The New Mexico State Police is providing an update in the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Joel “Deano” Valdez.

On April 12, 2026, the NMSP Investigations Bureau received information regarding human remains located by a person walking their dog on Caja del Rio Road in Santa Fe County.

Through coordination with the Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI), the individual has been positively identified as missing person, Joel “Deano” Valdez.

The cause and manner of death have not yet been determined. The remains will undergo further anthropological examination by OMI.

Mr. Valdez was initially reported missing on September 21, 2025, after he failed to return home to Coyote after work in Silver City. Since that time, the New Mexico State Police has conducted an extensive investigation, which remains active and ongoing.

The New Mexico State Police extend their deepest condolences to the Valdez family during this difficult time.

Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the New Mexico State Police at 505-841-9256.