03/23/2026
Behind every successful Search and Rescue mission is a support system that rarely receives public recognition. While our volunteers are in the field, their partners and families are at home, managing households, solo-parenting, and maintaining "business as usual" under the pressure of an empty chair at the dinner table.
The "SAR Spouse" is a critical, unofficial member of our operational readiness. Without their willingness to take on the domestic burden during 2:00 AM call-outs, multi-day deployments, and rigorous training schedules, our team simply could not function.
Today, we want to publicly recognize and thank the families of our members. Their sacrifice is the foundation upon which our service to the community is built. 🧡🌲