Intro To Tracking
RAT-SAR Training Area 100 Randall Rd, Gallant, AL, United StatesThis 1-day class is designed to teach the student the basics of human tracking. The student will learn to identify track indicators, dynamics of a foot print, rules of tracking, lost spoor procedures, individual tracking techniques, and tracking team formations in regards to search and rescue.
NC Wilderness Week
Camp Hope - Cruso, NCHaywood Community College will be hosting their annual Wilderness Week April 28-May 2, 2021. The concept of this program is to provide Fire, EMS, Rescue, and Law Enforcement personnel with the opportunity to train and receive state certifications relative to the Search and Rescue field. If the class does not carry a state certification, it will count toward …
Lightweight Raises and Lowers
Bucks Pocket State Park - Grove Oak, AL 393 Co Rd 174, Grove Oak, AL, United StatesMay 8-9, 2021 Randall’s Adventure & Training will be hosting a rescue raises and lowers class for the lightweight rescue technician. Cost: No charge Who can attend: All search and rescue personnel. (Email: info@ratsar.org to register) Locations: Buck’s Pocket State Park – Grove Oak, Alabama Gear limited to the following: ATC Guide, one each single …
Single Rope Technique
RAT-SAR Training Area 100 Randall Rd, Gallant, AL, United StatesThis 3-day Single Rope Technique (SRT) class is designed for the beginning vertical rope practitioner (no previous rope experience required). If you're wanting to learn how to safely rappel for recreational purposes, or just starting your adventures in caving or lightweight rescue, this is the first class you should take. The following subjects are covered both in …
NASAR FUNSAR (1st Weekend)
Lawrence County, ALThis is the Fundamentals of SAR course required  for SARTECH II certification. Location for first weekend: Lawrence County EMA, Moulton, AL. This is a two weekend event. Participants must be present for both weekends. First weekend: May 21-23. Second weekend: May 29-30. View more about NASAR training.
NASAR FUNSAR (2nd Weekend)
Lawrence County, ALThis is the Fundamentals of SAR course required  for SARTECH II certification. Location second weekend: To be announced during the first weekend. This is a two weekend event. Participants must be present for both weekends. First weekend: May 21-23. Second weekend: May 29-30. View more about NASAR training.
Cave Rescue Exercise
Hosted by RAT-SAR. Free to all search and rescue members. You must have technical rescue experience. Please email info@ratsar.org if you want to attend.
SARTECH III
RAT-SAR Training Area 100 Randall Rd, Gallant, AL, United StatesJuly 17, 2021 Cost: $60.00 Introduction to SAR The Introduction to Search and Rescue (ISAR)/SARTECH III course is designed to provide knowledge concerning the general responsibilities, skills, abilities, and the equipment needed by persons who would be participating in a search or rescue mission. The course is based around rural and wilderness environments but the …
Basic Rescuer Endorsement
RAT-SAR Training Area 100 Randall Rd, Gallant, AL, United StatesDate: July 24-25, 2021 Location: RAT-SAR training grounds (100 Randall Road – Gallant, AL 35972) The Basic Rescuer course complies with ASTM F2752-19, Standard Guide for Training for Basic Rope Rescuer Endorsement which defines the basic training required for a person who participates in rope rescue as part of a larger rescue duty. This course …
HCRU Cave Rescue Class
Brindlee Mountain Fire Department 4373 US-231, Union Grove, AL, United StatesOpen to all RAT-SAR members. Contact dan@hcru.org to get on the roster. Cost is 90 dollars but can be reimbursed through training grant.
COVID-19 STATEMENT
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the participation in group activities in which social distancing is difficult, if not impossible, is likely to result in the increased chance of exposure to the virus, which may increase the likelihood of contracting the disease. This exposure is possible through direct contact with other people, proximity to other people, and contact with surfaces that other people have had contact with. By participating in the activities, you represent that you do not have reason to believe that you have contracted the disease, have not experienced symptoms of the disease, or have been diagnosed with the disease. By participating in this activity, you represent that you have been informed of these risks and voluntarily assume the risks of potential infection of the disease. You also understand that there is the possibility that you may transmit the disease to others, even if you do not show symptoms of the disease.