o Be sure to keep your contact information current.  Your primary phone number and email address needs to be current. This information is used by  BCSO-SAR management for operational purposes.  Just click HERE to update/verify.  It just takes a minute! Thanks.

o Please also make sure your mailing address is listed correctly. This is also updated through your profile area.   Your address details are only visible to you and SAR management.

o NEW MEMBERS – Thanks for joining!  Please CLICK HERE for information on obtaining an ID card, parking pass and basic equipment list and meeting information.

If you are on Facebook, we have a private group page called “The Last Responders SAR” and be accessed by CLICKING HERE.  You will need to ask for membership to join.  Our public Facebook page can be viewed HERE -> Bay County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue

o  SAR Pack Equipment List (CLICK HERE) – items to bring to all callouts.

The initial call-out may be for any situation and may last from two to 24 hours or even longer. Most of the items can fit in an 1800 cubic inch backpack or typical nylon carry-bag, and should be stored in your personal vehicle. Once on-scene, items necessary for a particular search type can quickly be moved into a small pack.

o Current members that need a new ID card should CLICK HERE to download the form.