Podcasts about Search and rescue

Sergeant Garrett Bird and Deputy Sheriff Nicholas Ediss of the Washoe County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue team share what it takes to locate and rescue people in Washoe County's challenging terrain. From real-world missions to lifesaving safety tips, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the teamwork, training, and preparation that save lives in northern Nevada. 

Medical groups pulling back from gender surgeries for minors, the latest talks with Tehran, and running with the IDF search and rescue recruits. Plus, Cal Thomas on the Clintons and public trust, losing a hairpiece mid-fight, and the Thursday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, bringing together Christian entrepreneurs and angel investors who share a commitment to advancing the gospel through business. Entrepreneurs raising growth capital gain access to investors with operational experience who provide more than funding, including mentorship and prayer support. Know an investor seeking to deploy capital into Kingdom-building companies? Share AIN with them at ambassadorsimpact.comThe Free Lutheran Bible College (FLBC), Plymouth, MN, prepares students to live out their calling through the study of God's Word in authentic community since 1964. At FLBC, biblical truth isn't an elective course—it's the foundation of our academic study. Through the study of God's Word in authentic, Christ-centered community, you'll form a biblical worldview that gives you clarity and confidence for whatever comes next—college, career, family, or ministry. Learn more at flbc.edu/worldAnd from B&H Academic. Their new resource, God and Country, explores faith and national identity. 40% off ... Lifeway.com/GodAndCountry

Combat Search and Rescue - Vietnamveteran Byron Hukee im Interview english below In dieser Episode nehmen wir euch mit in eine Welt, in der Mut, Belastbarkeit und fliegerisches Können über Leben und Tod entschieden. Unser Gast ist Byron Hukee, einer der Männer, die den Mythos der Douglas A-1 Skyraider im Vietnamkrieg geprägt haben. Sandy to the rescueHukee flog über 100 SANDY- und Hobo-Einsätze – Missionen, bei denen es darum ging, abgeschossene Kameraden unter feindlichem Feuer zu finden, zu schützen und nach Hause zu bringen. Langsam, tief und oft allein kreiste die Skyraider über dem Dschungel, während Bodenfeuer, Stress und Zeitdruck gnadenlos zunahmen. Fehler waren keine Option. Veteran berichtetByron Hukee spricht offen über den Alltag dieser Einsätze: die mentale Anspannung vor dem Start, das Vertrauen in ein scheinbar überholtes Flugzeug, die enge Bindung zu den Crews am Boden – und die Momente, die sich unauslöschlich eingebrannt haben. Seine Erzählungen machen spürbar, warum die Skyraider trotz Jet-Zeitalter zum Symbol für Opferbereitschaft und Durchhaltewillen wurde. Eine Episode über Combat Search and Rescue, über Verantwortung füreinander – und über einen Piloten, der aus erster Hand berichtet, wie sich Krieg aus dem Cockpit einer Skyraider wirklich anfühlte. Byron Hukee´s Combar Journal wird 2026 bei Osprey Publishing veröffentlicht. Sponsor dieser Episode ist der Klassiker der Luftfahrt In this episode, we take you into a world where courage, resilience, and flying skills determined life and death. Our guest is Byron Hukee, one of the men who shaped the legend of the Douglas A-1 Skyraider in the Vietnam War. Sandy to the rescueHukee flew over 100 SANDY and Hobo missions – missions that involved finding, protecting, and bringing home downed comrades under enemy fire. Slowly, low, and often alone, the Skyraider circled over the jungle as ground fire, stress, and time pressure increased relentlessly. Mistakes were not an option. Veteran reportsByron Hukee speaks candidly about the daily routine of these missions: the mental tension before takeoff, the trust in a seemingly outdated aircraft, the close bond with the crews on the ground – and the moments that are indelibly etched in his memory. His stories make it clear why the Skyraider became a symbol of sacrifice and perseverance despite the jet age. An episode about combat search and rescue, about responsibility for one another – and about a pilot who reports firsthand what war really felt like from the cockpit of a Skyraider. Byron Hukee's Combat Journal will be published by Osprey Publishing in 2026. This episode is sponsored by the Klassiker der Luftfahrt

https://slasrpodcast.com/      SLASRPodcast@gmail.com   Welcome to Episode 220 of the Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast. This week Andy is back and we will recap media reported search and rescue events for the year 2025 - will look at trends, some notable rescues and lessons to be learned. Plus some listener feedback, an arctic cold blast is coming this weekend so advice on how to prepare, a music minute plus winter hikes on Mount Jefferson, Mount Pierce, Cherry/Mt. Martha/Owls Head. Let's Go!  Topics Pemi Valley SAR Volunteer Openings SLASR Email & Listener Feedback Arctic Blast and Cold Weather - Hiking advice for extreme cold conditions if you must go out.  Avalanche Risk NH State Legislature is looking at increasing toll rates for non NH EZPass holders European skiers and avalanches Gear Talks - gloves, gaiters and face gloves  Music Minute - The Last Dinner Party Recent Hikes - Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Pierce, Mt. Martha, and Rehoboth State Forest  NH Search and Rescue Data for 2025 Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree SLASR's BUYMEACOFFEE Hike safe Card Reminder  Order Hike Safe Card 48 Peaks website Ty Gagne Event at Spyglass Brewing on Feb 7th (Scroll down for info and to register - free event) 48 Peaks Alzheimers Instagram Pemi SAR Website Coldest stretch of weather this winter incoming this weekend Avalanche Forecast Toll Hikes may be coming 8 skiers killed in Austrian Avalanche Black Diamond Absolute mitts Black Diamond Mercury mitts Face Glove - Anti Fog for Goggles  Kahtoola LEVAGaiters SAR Data for 2025 Sponsors, Friends  and Partners Wild Raven Endurance Coaching burgeonoutdoor.com 48 Peaks - Alzheimer's Association Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies  Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha CS Instant Coffee The Mountain Wanderer 

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Major Matt Neri returns for Part 2 to discuss the Outcast 903 accident, lessons learned, recovery, and leadership as CO of 103 SAR Squadron. He also shares how Mattfrom103 became an unexpected platform for education, transparency, and trust in the SAR community. 

Search and rescue at sea is not theory — it is split-second decision-making where lives, ships, and entire coastlines are on the line.In this episode of Sea Views, host Julia Gosling is joined by Matt Baer, retired US Coast Guard captain and now Director of Emergency Response at Gallagher Marine Systems, for a rare, unfiltered look at how maritime search and rescue actually works in the real world.Drawing on decades of frontline experience, Matt breaks down how major rescue operations are coordinated across borders, why merchant vessels are often the fastest first responders offshore, and how technology like EPIRBs, personal locator beacons, AIS, infrared imaging, and aerial surveillance is changing survival outcomes at sea.This conversation moves beyond headlines into the realities professionals face — from mid-ocean rescues thousands of miles offshore, to next-of-kin notifications, to the hard decisions involved in suspending a search. Julia and Matt also compare UK and US search and rescue systems, highlighting where they differ, where they align, and what both still need to improve.Key topics include: How modern search and rescue operations are coordinated internationally Why “people first” governs every maritime emergency The role of AMVER and vessel-to-vessel assistance offshore How EPIRBs and personal locator beacons can take the search out of search and rescue Why registration details and data accuracy directly affect rescue speed The growing role of technology — and its limitations — in maritime emergencies The emotional toll of search and rescue, including next-of-kin notifications What still needs to change to improve safety for professional and recreational mariners Whether you work at sea, manage vessels, operate offshore, or simply want to understand how rescue really works when something goes wrong, this episode delivers rare insight from someone who has lived it.Host: Julia Gosling Guest: Matt Baer, Director of Emergency Response, Gallagher Marine Systems (Retired US Coast Guard)Supported by: CHIRP Maritime & The Seafarers' Charity www.chirp.co.uk | www.theseafarerscharity.org

Send us a textWhat really happens when a life is on the line hundreds of miles offshore, and what actually makes the difference between rescue and recovery? In this episode of Sea Views, host Julia Gosling (former HM Coastguard press office in UK) sits down with Matt Baer, retired US Coast Guard Captain and now Director of Emergency Response at Gallagher Marine Systems, for a straight-talking comparison of UK vs US search and rescue, the reality of offshore response, and the technology that is changing outcomes at sea. From AMVER and vessel-to-vessel assistance to EPIRBs, personal locator beacons, AIS, infrared, and drones, this conversation goes deep into what works, what fails, and what both professionals and recreational boaters still get wrong.  In this episode you will learn: - How UK vs US maritime search and rescue is structured, from assets to response posture- Why “People, Environment, Property, Economy” guides every major maritime incident - How offshore rescues work when the nearest help may be another merchant vessel - Why AMVER and trade routes can make the difference in mid-ocean cases - What EPIRBs and personal locator beacons can do to take the search out of search and rescue - Why beacon registration details matter and how missing info slows response - How AIS, infrared, and aerial surveillance improve detection and reduce uncertainty - Where drones are helping today, and where limitations still exist - Matt's hardest days, including the reality of next-of-kin notifications - The rescues that made it all worth it, including the Golden Ray case and industry collaborationHost: Julia Gosling | Sea Views Podcast  Guest: Matt Baer | Director of Emergency Response, Gallagher Marine Systems (Retired US Coast Guard)  Gallagher Marine Systems: www.gallaghermarine.com  Supported by: CHIRP Maritime & The Seafarers' Charity www.chirp.co.uk |www.theseafarerscharity.org #SeaViews #MaritimeSafety #SearchAndRescue #USCoastGuard #EmergencyResponse #EPIRB #PersonalLocatorBeacon #MarineSafety #Yachting #SeafarersNEWS! If you love listening to us....you can also watch Sea Views episodes on YouTube. CHIRPImproving safety at sea worldwide through the confidential and independent reporting programme.Make an incident report to CHIRP Maritime hereThe Seafarers' CharityImproving the lives of seafarers and their families for more than 105 years. by Ahoy Communications Ltd

Major Matt Neri joins Bryan Morrison for Part 1 of a two-part interview exploring his career in Search and Rescue. Matt shares his early aviation influences, flight training experiences, and first operational tours on the CH-149 Cormorant. From earning his wings to coordinating SAR missions at JRCC Halifax, this episode offers an inside look at the realities of rescue flying and what it takes to lead the busiest SAR squadron in Canada. 

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It is all just a pleasant blur.

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This week on How to Survive, Danielle and Kristine learn how to survive white water rafting — bone chilling rapids, unexpected boulders, and most importantly the difference between a wetsuit and a drysuit. Then, Drea Clark joins to share her unforgettable tale near the St. Croix River, where her fun summer job as a young camp counselor suddenly became way more adult than she was expecting.

LISTEN to part 1 firstENTER to win a $50 Paddy Pallin voucher + Nalgene bottle The things we love to do in nature can lead us to explore and discover places not just close to home, but to some very remote and uncharted places around the world.In this special double episode of Rescued, we hear from 3 friends, all highly skilled and experienced canyoners, as they find themselves in the embrace of Taiwan's small and dedicated canyoning and rescue community, after a life-threatening fall during a multiday expedition.If you ever needed a reminder of the value of regular, high-quality wilderness first aid training and the importance of being able to rely on the people you adventure with - this is it.This isn't a straightforward pack n' send case of helicopter, paramedics and hospital. Their reliance on each other, their skills and a solid sense of humour is put to the test throughout this 2 day ordeal.Key learnings from this episode: The importance of having the right skills, training and experience for the environments The ability to make fair self-assessments of the above Planning is key to better outcomes Research multiple contingency plans, if your exit from a canyon doesn't work, are there alternatives you can see on satellite imagery? Plan refuge and camp spots Being able to rely completely on your adventure buddies if something goes wrong. Q: Can you say this about strangers you connect with on MeetUps or similar?) Value of research, local knowledge and connections Huge thanks to the incredible and supportive local canyoning community of Taiwan Being smart about choosing your emergency contacts and setting up a What'sApp group - briefing them all properly with plans, contingencies and giving them permission to act as your advocates if something happens The essential recert and muscle memory of quality wilderness first aid training Benefits of choosing to study Wilderness or RAFA over simple Senior First Aid Brainstorm and practice of roping and rescue problems at home and in easier environments before being confident to execute them in challenging ones Good open, inclusive and frank communication in and around a patient How humour can help with stressful situations Everyone knowing their job and getting it done How party size can change outcomes in an incident Importance of essential survival skills eg: fire making, knowing priorities for survival Stove, lighters and Nalgenes as essential canyon equipment Making sure your first aid kit is up-to-date (when was the last time you made sure you had enough panadol and ibuprofen?) Bright clothes, bothy bag, emergency blankets to draw attention Knowing how to prepare for helicopters and downwash Aussie registered PLBs activated overseas are received by AMSA in CanberraThere's a bunch of different ways you could help support the work of this pod: Leave a review on your platform of choice Leave a donation towards the costs Visit my sponsors at Paddypallin.com.au Buy my book - "How to Navigate - the art of traditional map and compass navigation in an Australian context." Check out my Navigation Courses

In Part 2 of our deep-dive with Capt John Livingston, we step directly into the world of operational Search and Rescue flying on the CH-149 Cormorant. After years of military flight training, John found himself at 442 Squadron in Comox-one of the busiest SAR units in the country-where the missions were real, the weather was unforgiving, and the learning curve was steep.John brings listeners into the cockpit and onto the hoist with stories that highlight the intensity, teamwork, and urgency of SAR operations. He discusses the challenge of flying in the mountains of British Columbia, battling severe winds and turbulence, and the emotional toll of missions where outcomes hang in the balance. From max-range mountain rescues to long-lining injured hikers, from his first aircraft commander upgrade flights to the rescues that shaped him as a pilot, John offers a candid and powerful peek into what it means to fly SAR in Canada.

In Part 1 of this two-episode feature, host Bryan Morrison sits down with Capt John Livingston, a CH-149 Cormorant Search and Rescue pilot whose journey to the RCAF was anything but straightforward. Born in Comox and inspired by a family legacy of military flying, John shares how varsity hockey, studies at UPEI, and the demanding environment of RMC's mechanical engineering program shaped his path toward pilot training.John walks listeners through Phase 1 and Phase 2 flight training, overcoming intense test anxiety, discovering a passion for formation flying, and learning from instructors who pushed him to become a better aviator. He also reflects on his OJT at 442 Squadron, where exposure to SAR operations cemented his desire to fly the Cormorant.From the challenges of Phase 3 rotary-wing training to earning his wings virtually during the early days of COVID, this episode explores the skills, mindset, and resilience required to earn a place in Canada's SAR community.

KwaZulu-Natal is once again facing the harsh reality of severe weather. Disaster management teams have confirmed that search and rescue operations are still underway in the uMshwathi Local Municipality after Sunday night's devastating floods. Earlier today, teams recovered the body of a middle-aged woman who was swept away in New Hanover. At the time of this broadcast, two others remain missing. Stacey and J Sbu spoke to KZN COGTA Spokesperson Senzo Mzila, to give us the latest update on this matter

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⚠️ Content note: brief discussion of human remains and a child fatality (marked in the chapter guide).By listener request, we're re-releasing one of our most talked-about episodes. Veterinarian Dr. Kim Stewart, DVM joins us to share how she and her Labrador Retriever, Seamus, train and deploy as a human remains detection (HRD) K9 team—what it takes to certify, stay safe in the field, and work seamlessly with law enforcement from local sheriffs to the FBI and Texas Rangers.You'll hear how Seamus' fitness plan (pool sprints, core “planks,” balance work, laser therapy) keeps him mission-ready; why chain of command matters in disasters; and how teams are vetted on orienteering, clue awareness, ICS, and the wilderness pack test. Dr. Stewart breaks down screening traits for great SAR dogs (toy drive, hunt drive, nerve strength, neutrality), what goes in a handler's pack, and why overheating is the #1 risk for working dogs.Dr. Stewart also recounts a difficult but pivotal case Seamus helped solve, and we discuss the ethics around emotional support animal misuse—not to punish pets, but to protect true service teams and public safety.What you'll learn- How HRD dogs are trained to alert without disturbing crime scenes- The realities of multi-agency searches, from wilderness to water hazards- The fitness, recovery, and injury-prevention routines that keep K9s working longer- Quick tests to spot potential SAR talent in young dogs- Why documentation (GPS, records) matters—right up to the courtroom- A vet's take on ESA vs. service dog rules and real-world impactsChapter guide0:00 Re-release intro & meet Seamus2:10 Why SAR (vs. agility/dock diving) & joining a team4:45 Certifications: NASAR, ICS, swift-water awareness7:00 HRD training: pairing odor → active alert (bark & hold)9:20 Mentorship, screening dogs, “toy drive” & hunt tests20:40 Handler pack, K9 first aid, heat risk & water logistics⚠️ 23:55 Field realities & processing tough scenes24:58 Case study: Seamus' courtroom-validated find 27:50 Fitness/fuel: Pro Plan Sport, produce snacks, conditioning28:55 Pet peeve: ESA misuse & why it harms access for true service teams31:20 Longevity, retirement, and what's next for SeamusWhy we're re-releasing: New listeners keep asking how SAR dogs really work—this conversation remains one of our clearest, most practical deep dives.Subscribe, rate, and hug your dogs for us.

⚠️ Content note: brief discussion of human remains and a child fatality (marked in the chapter guide).By listener request, we're re-releasing one of our most talked-about episodes. Veterinarian Dr. Kim Stewart, DVM joins us to share how she and her Labrador Retriever, Seamus, train and deploy as a human remains detection (HRD) K9 team—what it takes to certify, stay safe in the field, and work seamlessly with law enforcement from local sheriffs to the FBI and Texas Rangers.You'll hear how Seamus' fitness plan (pool sprints, core “planks,” balance work, laser therapy) keeps him mission-ready; why chain of command matters in disasters; and how teams are vetted on orienteering, clue awareness, ICS, and the wilderness pack test. Dr. Stewart breaks down screening traits for great SAR dogs (toy drive, hunt drive, nerve strength, neutrality), what goes in a handler's pack, and why overheating is the #1 risk for working dogs.Dr. Stewart also recounts a difficult but pivotal case Seamus helped solve, and we discuss the ethics around emotional support animal misuse—not to punish pets, but to protect true service teams and public safety.What you'll learn- How HRD dogs are trained to alert without disturbing crime scenes- The realities of multi-agency searches, from wilderness to water hazards- The fitness, recovery, and injury-prevention routines that keep K9s working longer- Quick tests to spot potential SAR talent in young dogs- Why documentation (GPS, records) matters—right up to the courtroom- A vet's take on ESA vs. service dog rules and real-world impactsChapter guide0:00 Re-release intro & meet Seamus2:10 Why SAR (vs. agility/dock diving) & joining a team4:45 Certifications: NASAR, ICS, swift-water awareness7:00 HRD training: pairing odor → active alert (bark & hold)9:20 Mentorship, screening dogs, “toy drive” & hunt tests20:40 Handler pack, K9 first aid, heat risk & water logistics⚠️ 23:55 Field realities & processing tough scenes24:58 Case study: Seamus' courtroom-validated find 27:50 Fitness/fuel: Pro Plan Sport, produce snacks, conditioning28:55 Pet peeve: ESA misuse & why it harms access for true service teams31:20 Longevity, retirement, and what's next for SeamusWhy we're re-releasing: New listeners keep asking how SAR dogs really work—this conversation remains one of our clearest, most practical deep dives.Subscribe, rate, and hug your dogs for us.

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It's Wednesday, November 12th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Chinese Communists arrested and detained three Christians Communist authorities in central China arrested and detained three Christians from a house church this month. Two of the Christians are pastors. They are facing trumped up charges of “fraud” and had previously spent over two years in custody. Officials often use such charges against house church leaders for simply receiving tithes and offerings. ChinaAid noted, “In recent years, the charge of ‘fraud' has increasingly been used by local governments across China as a common tactic to suppress pastors of house churches systematically.” Psalm 14:1, 4 says, “The fool has said in his heart, ‘There is no God.' They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none who does good. … Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge, who eat up My people as they eat bread, and do not call on the LORD?” Japanese soldiers address attacks by bears Japan deployed troops to the northern part of the island country last week to deal with a string of deadly attacks—from bears. Since April of this year, bears have killed at least 13 people in Japan and injured over 100 more. That's the most fatalities on record. Experts are blaming the attacks on a poor acorn harvest this year. Bears are now leaving their natural habitats and wandering into urban areas to find food. In one incident last month, a bear attacked shoppers at a supermarket 80 miles north of Tokyo.   Supreme Court affirms Trump's call for biologically accurate passports In the United States, the U.S. Supreme ruled in favor of the Trump administration in a case involving so-called gender identity.  The ruling allows the State Department to require passports to list the holder's biological sex at birth. The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines.  The ruling stated, “Displaying passport holders' sex at birth no more offends equal protection principles than displaying their country of birth—in both cases, the government is merely attesting to an historical fact without subjecting anyone to differential treatment.” Nebraska defunded Planned Parenthood Nebraska became the latest state to defund abortion providers like Planned Parenthood.  The state's Republican Governor Jim Pillen  signed an executive order last Thursday to end Medicaid funding to abortion providers. Nebraska made the move after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed South Carolina to defund Planned Parenthood.   Listen to comments from Nebraska State Attorney General Mike Hilgers. HILGERS: “Today is a culmination of years of work to ensure that Nebraska taxpayers no longer have their tax dollars going to fund abortions in the state of Nebraska. It's a fight that has gone on even from my time in the legislature.  “When we first got Title X funds, we stopped Title X from going to abortion providers, and now, thanks to [Nebraska] Governor Pillen's leadership, we have finally gotten to a place where taxpayer funds will no longer support abortions.” Age of first-time home buyer has increased to record high of 40 The National Association of Realtors released their 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. The share of homes being bought by first-time buyers dropped to a record low of 21% over the last year. Meanwhile, the typical age of a first-time buyer climbed to an all-time high of 40. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors, said, “The historically low share of first-time buyers underscores the real-world consequences of a housing market starved for affordable inventory.” Regular Bible readers are more generous The American Bible Society released a new chapter from its State of the Bible USA 2025 report. The research found people who read the Bible regularly are more likely to be generous. Among Christian denominations, Evangelical Protestants have the highest percentage of givers and the highest median amount given. John Plake with the American Bible Society said, “The correlation between Scripture engagement and loving behavior and generosity is undeniable. The more people engage with Scripture, the more likely they are to give of their time, talents, and treasures and to act lovingly toward their neighbors.” In 1 Corinthians 9:7, the Apostle Paul wrote, “So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.” Florida's first search-and-rescue otter And finally, officials in Florida are deploying their first ever search-and-rescue otter. Splash, the two-year-old otter, is now helping the Martin County Sheriff's Office in search and rescue missions. Splash uses a unique bubble technique to detect scents underwater. This allows him to find missing bodies more effectively than dive teams can.  Listen to comments from Sheriff John Budensiek to CBS12 News. BUDENSIEK: “We see a lot of innovative things with technology [Artificial Intelligence], but we're going back to the basics of using an animal to do what they do best, and that's to go in their own environment and detect things that don't belong there.” A rescue otter.  What a brilliant way to employ one of God's creatures to rescue those made in God's image! Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, November 12th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

The things we love to do in nature can lead us to explore and discover places not just close to home, but to some very remote and uncharted places around the world.These activities, like bushwalking/hiking, climbing or canyoning, give us opportunities to step outside the typical tourist or visitor experience, not only opening our eyes to cultures different to our own, but on a deeper level, the chance to connect with the local outdoor community through our shared love of wild places.In this special double episode of Rescued, we hear from 3 friends, all highly skilled and experienced canyoners, as they find themselves in the embrace of Taiwan's small and dedicated canyoning and rescue community, after a life-threatening fall during a multiday expedition.If you ever needed a reminder of the value of regular, high-quality wilderness first aid training and the importance of being able to rely on the people you adventure with - this is it.This isn't a straightforward pack n' send case of helicopter, paramedics and hospital. Their reliance on each other, their skills and a solid sense of humour is put to the test throughout this 2 day ordeal.Key learnings from this episode: The importance of having the right skills, training and experience for the environments The ability to make fair self-assessments of the above Planning is key to better outcomes Research multiple contingency plans, if your exit from a canyon doesn't work, are there alternatives you can see on satellite imagery? Plan refuge and camp spots Being able to rely completely on your adventure buddies if something goes wrong. Q: Can you say this about strangers you connect with on MeetUps or similar?) Value of research, local knowledge and connections Huge thanks to the incredible and supportive local canyoning community of Taiwan Being smart about choosing your emergency contacts and setting up a What'sApp group - briefing them all properly with plans, contingencies and giving them permission to act as your advocates if something happens The essential recert and muscle memory of quality wilderness first aid training Benefits of choosing to study Wilderness or RAFA over simple Senior First Aid Brainstorm and practice of roping and rescue problems at home and in easier environments before being confident to execute them in challenging ones Good open, inclusive and frank communication in and around a patient How humour can help with stressful situations Everyone knowing their job and getting it done How party size can change outcomes in an incident Importance of essential survival skills eg: fire making, knowing priorities for survival Stove, lighters and Nalgenes as essential canyon equipment Making sure your first aid kit is up-to-date (when was the last time you made sure you had enough panadol and ibuprofen?) Bright clothes, bothy bag, emergency blankets to draw attention Knowing how to prepare for helicopters and downwash Aussie registered PLBs activated overseas are received by AMSA in CanberraThere's a bunch of different ways you could help support the work of this pod: Leave a review on your platform of choice Leave a donation towards the costs Visit my sponsors at Paddypallin.com.au Buy my book - "How to Navigate - the art of traditional map and compass navigation in an Australian context." Check out my Navigation Courses

In this second part of our conversation with Jim McParland, we move from the technical to the deeply personal. Jim opens up about the emotional weight of a career spent on the front lines of disaster — the moments that stay with you long after the noise fades, and the quiet burden carried by those who've seen the very worst of human tragedy. From the aftermath of catastrophic earthquakes to the heartbreak of lives lost despite every effort, Jim shares what it truly means to live with the memories that come from decades in rescue work.This episode pulls no punches. It explores the unseen toll of international deployments from the exhaustion, the moral weight of decision-making, and the struggle to switch off when you return home. It's raw, honest, and necessary listening for anyone who wants to understand the human side of Search and Rescue. This is the story behind the uniform and the second part of a powerful two-part episode with Jim McParland.Connect with Jim HEREAccess all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HEREPODCAST GIFT - FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HERE A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD HAIX Footwear - Get offical podcast discount on HAIX HEREXendurance - to hunt performance & endurance 20% off HERE with code ffp20Lyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydratedSend us a textSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.*** Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Jim McParland's career reads like a blueprint for courage, discipline, and service. After joining West Midlands Fire Service in 1995, he quickly became part of the UK International Search and Rescue Team, deploying to some of the world's most severe disaster zones. From the wreckage of the Christchurch earthquake to the chaos of the 2023 Turkey earthquake and the flooding in Malawi, Jim has been at the sharp end of international disaster response. His decades in the field, leading teams through devastation and recovery, reflect a lifetime dedicated not only to saving lives but also to building capability, trust, and professionalism in others.This episode gives listeners an unfiltered look into that world. The reality of search and rescue, the split-second decisions that define an operation, and the leadership qualities that hold teams together under extreme pressure. You'll learn what international deployments demand of a responder, how coordination unfolds amid catastrophe, and how resilience and preparation make the difference between control and chaos. This is Part One of a two-part conversation with Jim McParland, a story of skill, service, and staying left of bang.Connect with Jim HEREAccess all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HEREPODCAST GIFT - FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HERE A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD HAIX Footwear - Get offical podcast discount on HAIX HEREXendurance - to hunt performance & endurance 20% off HERE with code ffp20Lyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydratedSend us a textSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.*** Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Pastor Kyle Plew wraps up our series, "Search and Rescue". -Live From Chelan, WA. 10-26-25Learn more about Real Life Church and how to attend live here: https://reallifencw.com/

Author Sara Driscoll takes us inside the world of wildlife trafficking with Deadly Trade, the 10th novel from her FBI K-9 series of thrillers. For more info about the author, including her books and her blog, go to SaraDriscollAuthor.com.From the Dog Words archives:0314: Scent Detection Dogs with Julianne UbigauSupport Rosie Fund by booking a session with BigfootPetPhotography.com.Music for this episode is provided by alternative string duo, The Wires. Visit them at TheWires.info. Learn fiddle and cello-fiddle online — even if you've never played before — from Laurel Morgan Parks and Sascha Groshang at FiddleLife.com.Make a donation at RosieFund.org or through our Facebook page. You can contribute by making a purchase from the store on our website or buying a t-shirt at Bonfire.com. Also check out our page on BarkYours, the online mall with gifts for people who love their dogs.Rosie Fund online:RosieFund.orgFacebook.com/rosiefundInstagram.com/rosiefundYouTube.com/rosiefund

New Zealand's marine search and rescue region stretches from Antarctica to north of Samoa. If someone goes missing without any means of communication, that's a lot of ocean to search. Now researchers and the New Zealand Defence Force have teamed up to develop and test a low-tech, no-battery device that can be picked up by radar – including that beamed down by satellites orbiting Earth. Sign up to the Our Changing World monthly newsletter for episode backstories, science analysis and more.In this episode:01:30 At Mission Bay Beach Dr Tom Dowling demonstrates the device03:40 In the University of Auckland's Space Institute lab the team explain the device design, and how it works.10:00 Dr Tom Dowling talks about the radar reflector trials in Campbell Island and Omaha beach13:00 Dr David Galligan, director of Defence Science and Technology on why DST is interested in the device19:00 The satellites are the second side of the equation. Dr Tom Dowling explains how that works.20:50 Back at Mission Bay Beach Dr Tom Dowling explains how the radar reflector would be an additional part of a kit on a boat and how it would work to narrow down the search area…Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with former Western Australian Police Search and Rescue Diver Luke McCulloch.Luke ‘Macca' McCulloch spent a total of 15 years as a Police Officer however spending eight years on the WA Police search and rescue dive squad, working on well-known cases like the light plane crash in 2017 which killed two people on Australia Day, and a prominent 2018 murder. Two years ago he left his role, and he has recently independently published an account of a particularly arduous ten-day operation he worked on, titled Tales of a Diver: Profundis, Obscurus, Sordidus. Website - www.zerolimitspodcast.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/zero.limits.podcast/?hl=enHost - Matty Morris www.instagram.com/matty.m.morrisSponsors Instagram - @gatorzaustralia www.gatorzaustralia.com15% Discount Code - ZERO15(former/current military & first responders 20% discount to order please email orders@gatorzaustralia.com.au Instagram - @3zeroscoffee 3 Zeros Coffee - www.3zeroscoffee.com.au 10% Discount Code - 3ZLimits Instagram - @getsome_au GetSome Jocko Fuel - www.getsome.com.au 10% Discount Code - ZEROLIMITS

In Part Two of our National Breathing Apparatus Challenge collaboration, we step behind the smoke to hear from the people who design, assess, and drive one of the UK fire service's most respected events. After following ten operational crews through their thirty minute, two fire, three casualty scenario in Part One, this episode turns the focus to the organisers and assessors — the experts who build the realism, set the pressure, and define what good looks like on the fireground.They share how the Challenge is created, what assessors look for during each phase, and what trends they're seeing in firefighter performance across the country. From scenario design to decision-making under stress, this conversation reveals how the National BA Challenge continues to raise the bar for competence, safety, and professional development in the UK fire and rescue service.Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HEREPODCAST GIFT - FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HERE A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD HAIX Footwear - Get offical podcast discount on HAIX HEREXendurance - to hunt performance & endurance 20% off HERE with code ffp20Lyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydratedSend us a textSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.*** Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

In this episode, we head straight to the heart of the 2025 National Breathing Apparatus Challenge where teams of operational UK firefighters went head-to-head in a simulated high-pressure incident: smoke issuing from a rented property, three persons unaccounted for, and two seats of fire to tackle within thirty minutes. Armed with one fire truck & five firefighters each crew faced the same scenario but delivered different results.I sat down with the crews for some for raw, unfiltered hot debriefs with firefighters from Buckinghamshire, Norfolk, London Fire Brigade, West Yorkshire, Kent, Shropshire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Tyne and Wear, Scotland, and Gloucestershire. Together they explore how variations in kit, tactics, and service procedures shaped their outcomes and what those differences reveal about firefighting in the UK today. This is not just about competition; it's about collaboration, reflection, and professional growth.Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HEREPODCAST GIFT - FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HERE A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD HAIX Footwear - Get offical podcast discount on HAIX HEREXendurance - to hunt performance & endurance 20% off HERE with code ffp20Lyfe Linez -  Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar  for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydratedSend us a textSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.*** Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Pastor Kyle Plew continues our new series, "Search and Rescue". -Live From Chelan, WA. 10-19-25Learn more about Real Life Church and how to attend live here: https://reallifencw.com/

Pastor Megan Johnson continues our new series, "Search and Rescue". -Live From Chelan, WA. 10-12-25Learn more about Real Life Church and how to attend live here: https://reallifencw.com/

Pastor Kyle Plew kicks off our new series, "Search and Rescue". -Live From Chelan, WA. 10-5-25Learn more about Real Life Church and how to attend live here: https://reallifencw.com/

(Sep 30, 2025) As federal health care subsidies are set to expire in just a few months, many lower and middle-income families could start paying a lot more for insurance; the Newton Falls paper mill caught on fire Sunday; and we'll head to the Ogdensburg Public Library for a conversation with NCPR's book reviewer Betsy Kepes about a new thriller on a search and rescue effort.

https://slasrpodcast.com/      SLASRPodcast@gmail.com   Welcome to Episode 207 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we are joined by listener Zara who had reached out and kindly offered to share her experience as someone who needed a rescue after a slip and fall incident on a hike in Maine. Zara shares her experience and reflects on her search and rescue experience and her recovery. Plus a run down of August Search and Rescue in NH and Nick is setting his sights on hiking in Massachusetts - he'll cover a segment on the Blue Hills a place where many of the early pioneers of the White mountains spent time while working in and around Boston. Sign up for Tay's Summit Challenge This weeks Higher Summit Forecast   Topics Nick's Baby Planning and Paternity leave Lunar Eclipse and Nova Scotia Hiking ban Flags on the 48 is coming up August Search and Rescue Rundown for New Hampshire Mountaineering Drama AT Thru Hiker Pioneer Gene Espy passes away Music Minute - Radiohead Nick Hikes the Blue Hills and we do a deep dive on the area Guest of the Week - Zara joins us to share her SAR Story   Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree SLASR's BUYMEACOFFEE Epic lunar eclipse for September  Lawsuits piling up against Nova Scotia's outdoor recreation ban Protests halt planned herbicide spreading Flags on the 48 Injured Climber - 8/13 Exhausted Hiker Rescued from the Gale River Trail - 8/13 Injured Hiker Rescued from Crawford Path - 8/16 Hiker Suffering from Unknown Medical Condition Rescued from The Perch Shelter - 8/17 Hiker Suffering from Medical Condition Rescued from Crawford Path - 8/17 Medical Emergency in the White Mountain National Forest - 8/16 Hiker Injured in Fall on Red Hill in Moultonborough Injured Hiker Carried Down from Mt. Moriah - 8/23 Injured Hiker on Arethusa Falls - 8/23 Hiker Assisted off Mt. Washington - 8/20 Injured Hiker Rescued from the North Kinsman Trail - 8/25 Marco Confortola - 14 8000 Meters - Controversy Photo Shop Proof?  2008 Disaster on K2 Gene Espy - 2nd person to thru hike the AT has passed away News Story of Zara's Rescue    Sponsors, Friends  and Partners Wild Raven Endurance Coaching 2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies  Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha CS Instant Coffee

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Morning provides no relief for the Oregon Episcopal School climbers trapped without food or water high on Mount Hood. The storm that forced them to take shelter in a snow cave shows no signs of letting up. Two of the climbers embark on a perilous journey to find help, while elite rescuers battle the elements, and confront the terrifying possibility that they could wind up stranded on the mountain as well.Order your copy of the new Against the Odds book, How to Survive Against the Odds: Tales & Tips for Animal Attacks and Natural Disasters, for stories of everyday people confronted by life-or-death situations, showing you how they survived—and how you can too. Learn more at SurvivalGuidebook.com.Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Against The Odds on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting http://wondery.com/links/against-the-odds/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's epsiode, Ally is chatting with US based Flight Attendant, Farm Owner, South African Tour Expert and Urban Search and Rescue First Responder about what it's like to work in the world of Aviation, on top of rescuing people from disasters in cities all over the world!Famous for her Instagram page @wingingitwithsil, Sil shares the fascinating behind the scenes stories of working for a major US based airline.Send us a text! If you'd like a reply, please leave an email or number Kaylie has written 6 other fictional novels about the lives of cabin crew! Amazon UKAmazon USABarnes and NobleSupport the showThe Red Eye Podcast is written by Kaylie Kay, and produced and narrated by Ally Murphy.To subscribe to the monthly newsletter and keep up to date with news, visit www.theredeyepod.com. Or find us on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok & Instagram @theredeyepod, for behind the scenes stories and those funny short stories that only take a minute or less!If you'd like to support the podcast you can "buy us a beer" and subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2310053/support, we'd be happy to give you a shout out on our newsletter!Ally Murphy is a former flight attendant, and a British voice over artist based in the USA, visit www.allymurphy.co.ukKaylie Kay is a flight attendant and author based in the UK. You can find more of her work at www.kayliekaywrites.comTo buy The Red Eye's first book click on the following links:Amazon UK Amazon USABarnes and Noble Other E Book Platforms

The warmth and sunshine of summer makes it an especially ideal time  in Oregon to recreate outdoors and experience the state’s bounty of hiking trails, rivers, mountain peaks and other scenic attractions. But that spike in outdoor recreation can also lead to more calls for potentially life-saving search and rescue missions by law enforcement in remote locations. Linn County is one of the many counties in the state that have well-established search and rescue programs that rely heavily on unpaid volunteers, including youth as young as 14 years old.    The Linn County Sheriff’s Office has been operating a youth search and rescue program for more than 30 years. The bootcamp-style training academy is open to youth ages 14 to 18 years old who are taught first aid, shelter and fire building, navigation using compasses and maps and learning how to search for and gather evidence of possible crimes in wilderness areas. The majority of the personnel responding to search and rescue missions in Linn County are youth volunteers, who age out of the program when they turn 21.    Ric Lentz, emergency manager and search and rescue coordinator for the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, and Drew Funk, a 19-year-old volunteer who has been with the county’s youth SAR program for four years, join us to share the critical role youth play in SAR missions and describe how that role has evolved in recent years.  

https://slasrpodcast.com/      SLASRPodcast@gmail.com   Welcome to Episode 204 of the Sounds like a search and rescue podcast. This week, we are joined by the Summit sistahs - Heidi, Jen and Cathy, white mountain hikers and locals from the north country. They will join us to share some of their experiences hiking in and around the Whites and will also give us some tips on their favorite hikes and maybe some hidden gems from the locals. Plus the Pemi Bear is getting more popular with incidents at Liberty Springs and Franconia Brook Trail. Nick has a music minute, Some national hiking and national parks news, recent hikes - nick did a presidential traverse and mike hiked out to Owls Head - we will break down an on trail hand injury, plus some history with a look at the early trail work timeline from the AMC Appalachia Journals, and some recent search and rescue news in and around NH This weeks Higher Summit Forecast Topics Trapping groundhogs, squirrels and skunks  Black Bear is causing issues in and around the Pemi Music minute - ODESZA Listener Bryan sent in some kind words and got to hike Welch Dickey White Mountain History - Evolution of early Trails in the White Mountains Recent Hikes - Nick does a Presidential Traverse  Recent Hikes - Mike hikes Owls Head + finger injury Welcome Summit Sistahs!  NH Search and Rescue - Hiker Fatality and Rescue from 13 Falls with listener follow up    Show Notes Apple Podcast link for 5 star reviews SLASR Merchandise SLASR LinkTree SLASR's BUYMEACOFFEE Hard Sun - Stompmachine Liberty Springs Bear Attack YouTube Video Timeline of Trail Improvements from 1876 to 1919 Dr. William Nowell's work as the leader of the improvements committee.  Summit Sistahs - Hidden Gem - Durand Road Trails Summit Sistahs - Hidden Gem - Copper Pig Brewery in Lancaster, NH Summit Sistahs - Hidden Gem - Umbagog Lake State Park - Errol, NH Hiker Dies After Suffering Medical Emergency - 7/22 Hiker with Injury Assisted out of Pemigewasset Wilderness - 7/25   Sponsors, Friends  and Partners Wild Raven Endurance Coaching 2024 Longest Day - 48 Peaks Mount Washington Higher Summits Forecast Hiking Buddies  Vaucluse - Sweat less. Explore more. – Vaucluse Gear Fieldstone Kombucha CS Instant Coffee