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Volcanoes
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Volcanic eruptions are among the Earth's most powerful and destructive forces. Imagine hearing a volcano erupt thousands of...
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...
Ropes & Knots
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Ropes
A rope is an indispensable lifeline for a climber, rescuer, etc. It is one of the few elements...
Children’s Education and Games
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"Task Force Times"
The Official Publication of the U.S. Search and Rescue Task Force
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Compass Basics
Quick Map Basics Review For Compass Use
Part of a 7.5-minute topographic map at 1:24,000 scale
A topographic map tells you where things are and how...
How You Can Assist The U.S. SAR Task Force
The United States Search and Rescue Task Force provides services to the community at no charge. However, the cost of providing search and rescue...
Driving In Emergencies and Disasters
Disaster driving! In times of emergency, people often react incorrectly, either staying with or abandoning their cars at the wrong time. This mistake, can...
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With a degree in medicine, Michael Volker has made it his mission to educate as many people as possible about health, fitness, medicine and supplements. In order to help people with various problems, Michael reviews and tests the best supplements on the market. Thus, he wants to provide clarity and protect the interested parties from bad purchases.
