Davis County Search & Rescue

About Davis County Search and Rescue

Q: What is the Davis County Sheriff's Search & Rescue and who are the volunteers?
The Davis County Sheriff's Search & Rescue (DCSAR) is an all-volunteer organization which works under the direction of the Davis County Sheriff's Office. The DCSAR is on call 24 hours / day, 365 days / year, and respond to over 800 square miles in Davis County, Utah. DCSAR also responds to calls for assistance from other counties and agencies abroad.

Search and rescue volunteers are selected from the community based in their expertise and special talents--but the primary requirement for membership is a true desire to help others. The group includes mountaineering specialists, rock climbers, cavers, scuba divers, tracking specialists, and swiftwater rescue technicians. Our members come from all walks of life--some come to us with experience, some without. Those without prior rescue experience go through a rigorous training program prior to becoming full members of the organization.

Q: How often is the DCSAR called out?
The Davis County Search and Rescue Unit responds to an average of 30 calls per year. About 75% of these calls are in the various canyons and hills in Davis County. The DCSAR responds to calls for assistance through the Davis County Sheriff's Office. These calls may include (but are certainly not limited to):

Searches for lost children and adults.
Searches for lost hunters and skiers.
Access and evacuation of accident victims in remote areas.
Avalanche victim search & recovery. 
Aiding the Sheriff's department in the search for evidence. 
Provided assistance during natural disasters and emergencies such as flooding, earthquakes, power outages, and land slides. 
Swift water rescue. 
Underwater rescue & recovery (SCUBA). 
Air-crash rescue. 
Recovery of the deceased.

Find out all about the Davis County Search & Rescue on their website at http://www.dcsar.org/dcsarlevelc/about.htm​