Children’s Education and Games
How familiar are you with nature and animals in the outdoors?
Take the quiz below and find out! The answers are either "True" or "False".
The...
Topographical Map Basics
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
What is a Topographic Map?
A topographical map is a representation of the Earth, or part of it. Traditionally,...
Requirements For Ranger Status
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Ranger applicants must have the following upon application. This ensures a well-rounded expert in the emergency services field. Upon acceptance...
Ropes & Knots
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Ropes
A rope is an indispensable lifeline for a climber, rescuer, etc. It is one of the few elements...
Blizzards
What is a blizzard?
Blizzards are severe winter storms that pack a combination of blowing snow and wind resulting in very low visibilities. While...
Survival In The Wilderness
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
General Land Survival Tips
In extreme weather (hot or cold), do not use the vehicle as a shelter....
Fire Safety at Home
Facts & Figures
15 of every 16 homes (94%) in the United States have at least one smoke alarm.
One-half of home fire deaths...
Awards and Ribbons
Award
Requirements
Medal of Honor - (posthumously awarded) – awarded for line-of-duty death.
Medal of Valor – awarded for an on-duty...
Hypothermia and Cold Weather Injuries
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
How We Lose Heat to the Environment
Radiation - loss of heat to the environment due to the...
Help Us Help Others!
The United States Search and Rescue Task Force provides services to the community at no charge. However, the cost of providing search and rescue...
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