"SO OTHERS MAY LIVE"
Chouteau County Search and Rescue - SAR
Chouteau County Search and Rescue - SAR
Chouteau County SAR was formed April 1, 1972 by then President Doug Williams, who served as a Chouteau County Deputy and than in 1995 became the Sheriff of Chouteau County until 2006. Vice President at the time was Bob Hume and Secretary/Treasurer was Steve Miller. Don Allison, LeRoy Taylor and Earl Taylor as directors. At the time there were approx. 40 members from Fort Benton, Big Sandy, Geraldine, Highwood, and all of Chouteau County who made up the SAR Team.
MCA 7-32-235
Search and rescue units authorized-under control of sheriff.
(1) A county may establish or recognize one or more search and rescue units within the county.
(2) Search and rescue units and their officers are under the operational control and supervision of the county sheriff, or the sheriff’s designee, having jurisdiction and whose span of control would be considered within reasonable limits.
MCA 7-32-235
Search and rescue units authorized-under control of sheriff.
(1) A county may establish or recognize one or more search and rescue units within the county.
(2) Search and rescue units and their officers are under the operational control and supervision of the county sheriff, or the sheriff’s designee, having jurisdiction and whose span of control would be considered within reasonable limits.
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They search for the lost and missing.
Today's Chouteau County SAR consists of approx. 20 motivated, trained volunteers from throughout the county, six of the members being Law Enforcement personnel. These volunteers have varied training and experience from fire departments, emergency medical services, river operations, ice water rescue and embankment rescue. This unit has a number of specialized craft for both land and river searches and recoveries. Additionally, the Search and Rescue is the unit responsible for extrication of trapped individuals in farm and vehicle accidents and is very well equipped with modern equipment and training.
Search and Rescue is always interested in gaining new members. We provide training opportunities but also like to gain experienced members too.
If you are interested in joining a "leading edge" group, training with a variety of rescue equipment and serving your community, stop by the Sheriff's office or please contact Deputy Justin Smith at (406) 622-5451
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