A gorgeous day to train.  Today, CCSO-SAR engaged in a multi-faceted training exercise that encompassed pacing, compass work, search techniques and a technical rope rescue extraction. [slideshow_deploy id='400']

  This year's annual summer training was something special.  In addition to the helicopter work the USCG, CCSO-SAR engaged in extensive urban disaster training, utilizing FEMA standardized building search techniques.  We also engaged in downed power line training and vehicle extraction techniques. In addition, CCSO-SAR members were instructed on wild fire ignition patterns and operational safety in fire environments.  And if all that wasn't enough, the team ran a scenario of extracting a subject in a fire hazard environment. Traditionally, the CCSO-SAR summer training weekend at Camp Bonneville is extended to other local SAR teams. This year, several members of Silver