Kootenai County Sheriff - Volunteer Search & Rescue

Kootenai County Sheriff - Volunteer Search & Rescue The unit is part of the Recreational Division of the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Search and Rescue was formed October 1, 2012 to assist city, county, state and federal agencies in times of emergency. KCSO Volunteer Search and Rescue (VSAR) Unit was developed as a part of the Kootenai County Sheriff Office Volunteer Program as a professional Search and Rescue organization to serve the citizens of Kootenai County and those who use the K

ootenai County Backcountry. The capabilities of the Unit not only extend to Backcountry Searches but Urban and metropolitan searches for lost or injured people. The VSAR Organization is a single Unit that consists of members who have one or more Specialty Area. These include: Specialty Vehicles (ATV, UTV, 4X4, Snowmobile), Canine, Food, Hasty Search, Man Tracker, General Search, Search Manager, Command Post Logistics.

What an amazing turnout!! Well over 100 rigs attended our first ever fun ride. Thank you to all of our volunteers who ...
05/31/2026

What an amazing turnout!! Well over 100 rigs attended our first ever fun ride. Thank you to all of our volunteers who put in countless hours to help set this up. We have notes on what to do for next year to make it bigger and better!

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So That Others May Live

The course is clear and READY! And after the rain yesterday, not much dust at all. Come join the fun tomorrow! Great ...
05/29/2026

The course is clear and READY! And after the rain yesterday, not much dust at all. Come join the fun tomorrow! Great prizes and even a rifle to the best card hand!

All proceeds go to help support Search and Rescue.

We are just days away. Hope to see you there!
05/27/2026

We are just days away. Hope to see you there!

Our spring academy was a success! This past weekend, we hosted our SAR basic academy and 26 new members graduating with...
05/19/2026

Our spring academy was a success! This past weekend, we hosted our SAR basic academy and 26 new members graduating with flying colors.

Along with the students, we trained 14 more academy instructors. These new instructors have a wealth of combined knowledge and will help continue teaching members valuable skills.

Thank you to all of our volunteers who stepped up to help support the mission and community.

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So Others May Live

Today was busy!Our VSAR Team completed their yearly skills test, proving basic skills (navigation, fire, shelter, PT). ...
04/19/2026

Today was busy!
Our VSAR Team completed their yearly skills test, proving basic skills (navigation, fire, shelter, PT). Our Drone Team even practiced some flight skills.

Then our Mtn Rescue Team hit the rocks for some high angle practice.

Today our Mtn Rescue team was teaching our Ground Search Team some helpful tips and tricks for low angle rope work and s...
03/21/2026

Today our Mtn Rescue team was teaching our Ground Search Team some helpful tips and tricks for low angle rope work and simple rappel work. Great weather and quite the view as well!

02/04/2026

****Update, the missing juvenile has been located safely. The Sheriff's Office thanks the public for their assistance.

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The Kootenai County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 11 year old. Karah Kaley-Smith was last seen this afternoon walking away from Athol Elementary near 6th and Menser in Athol, ID.

She was last seen wearing a black jacket w/ white hood. Unknown pants, sparkle backpack, and pink rain boots.

Please contact the Sheriff's Office if you have information on her location.

🚨 JOIN KOOTENAI COUNTY VOLUNTEER SEARCH & RESCUE 🚨Serve. Protect. Make a Difference.Do you have a heart for helping othe...
12/05/2025

🚨 JOIN KOOTENAI COUNTY VOLUNTEER SEARCH & RESCUE 🚨
Serve. Protect. Make a Difference.

Do you have a heart for helping others? Are you ready to answer the call when your community needs you most? Kootenai County Volunteer Search and Rescue (KCVSAR) is actively recruiting dedicated individuals to join our team.

What We Do:
• Search for missing persons
• Assist in backcountry, wilderness, and technical rope rescues
• Support law enforcement during emergencies
• Respond to natural disasters and community crises

What You’ll Gain:
• Professional training in search tactics, rescue operations, tracking, navigation, and first aid
• Real-world experience serving your community
• A supportive team environment with people who share your drive
• The fulfillment of knowing you’re making a life-saving impact

Who We’re Looking For:
• Motivated volunteers 18+
• Individuals with strong teamwork skills
• People who enjoy the outdoors and are ready to learn
• No prior experience required — we train you!

Be the reason someone comes home.
Join Kootenai County Search & Rescue today!

Applications are due by December 19th, 2025 to make it into our Spring SAR Academy.

Come on down to see us at National Night Out! We have our rope system set up to learn about mechanical advantage, the T...
08/05/2025

Come on down to see us at National Night Out! We have our rope system set up to learn about mechanical advantage, the Ten Essentials booth, and…… our food trailer serving tacos!!

Address

10865 N Ramsey Road
Hayden, ID
83835

Telephone

+12084461898

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