Teton County Idaho Search and Rescue

05/10/2026

Our May training. We broke out the boats on the Teton today and got our feet wet. River rescue and K9 training for a beautiful day on the river!

03/15/2026

03/11/2026

Be bear aware


(News Release) On March 9, Yellowstone biologists working in the northern part of the park reported seeing the first grizzly bear of the spring season. The bear was observed in the backcountry scavenging on a bull bison carcass.

The first reported grizzly bear sighting of 2025 occurred on March 14. In 2024, it occurred on March 3, and in 2022 and 2023, March 7.

When bears emerge from hibernation, they look for food and often feed on elk and bison that died over the winter. Bears may react aggressively to encounters with people when feeding on carcasses. Male grizzlies come out of hibernation in early March. Females with cubs emerge in April and early May.

All of Yellowstone is grizzly and black bear country: from the deepest backcountry to the boardwalks and parking lots around Old Faithful. Protect yourself and bears by following our safety guidelines:
🐻Prepare for a bear encounter by carrying bear spray, knowing how to use it and making sure it’s accessible.
🐻Stay alert.
🐻Hike or ski in groups of three or more, stay on maintained trails and make noise. Avoid hiking at dusk, dawn or at night.
🐻Do not run if you encounter a bear.
🐻Stay 100 yards (91 m) away from black and grizzly bears. Approaching bears within 100 yards is prohibited. Use binoculars, a telescope or telephoto lens to get a closer look.
🐻Store food, garbage, barbecue grills and other attractants in hard-sided vehicles or bear-proof food storage boxes.
🐻Report bear sightings and encounters to a park ranger immediately.

Learn more at go.nps.gov/26003

03/05/2026

⏳2 days to go until TCISAR’s Annual Winter Fundraiser!

We’re heading BACK to the Wildwood Room for the party of the season — and you won’t want to miss it.

Join us for:
🍸 Cocktail hour
🍽️ Catered dinner by Chef Travis Brittingham
🎶 A live show from Ditch Cat that will keep you dancing all night
🎟️ An epic silent auction and raffle featuring unforgettable experiences and top-notch gear

Every dollar raised directly supports your local Search & Rescue team — funding year-round training, certifications, equipment, and rescue gear.

Tickets are going fast, and we may not have any available at the door. Grab yours now:

Join TCISAR for High Country, High Stakes Winter Fundraiser, March 7 @ Wildwood Room

03/02/2026

Our friends and neighbors JHMR K9.

03/01/2026

If you’ve spotted the High Country, High Stakes flyers, you know something big is coming.

Just a few days left to purchase tickets to our March 7th TCISAR Winter Fundraiser, and tickets are selling fast!

Join neighbors, local businesses, and supporters for a night of purpose, connection, and great music:

🍸 5:30–6:30 PM — Cocktail Hour & Silent Auction
🍽 6:30–8:00 PM — Dinner & Program
🎶 8:30–10:00 PM — Live Aftershow with Ditch Cat

Whether you’re here for the full event or just the concert, your participation strengthens the readiness of Teton County Idaho Search & Rescue.

Tickets:
🎟 $45 — Full Evening: Cocktail Hour, Dinner, Silent Auction & Aftershow
🎶 $15 — Aftershow Only (8:30 PM)

📍 Wildwood Room
📆 Saturday, March 7, 2026

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02/28/2026

02/25/2026

If you’re making plans today please check the forecast

On Sunday, January 11, 2026, at approximately 2pm, a party of two snowmobilers was involved in a fatal avalanche accident in LaBarge Creek, about one mile south of the Commissary […] Read more

02/24/2026

TCISAR K9 had a great day to kick off three days of k9 training with our partners at. GTK9 (Grand Targhee). JHMR K9 ,CRAD (Colorado Rapid Avalanche Deployment) and WBR (Wasatch Backcountry Rescue). These are long held relationships that help us provide professional level K9s to Teton County.

02/23/2026

Some of the most meaningful support for Search & Rescue happens in the room.

This year’s in-person silent auction at our Winter Fundraiser, High Country, High Stakes, will feature a curated collection of experiences and items you won’t find online—and won’t be available after the night ends.

✨ Sneak Peek Items Include:
🎿 Grand Targhee Season Pass
🔪 New West Knives – Teton Samurai Starter Set ($655 value)
🎈 Elevated Ballooning Hot Air Balloon Ride ($1,275 value)
🎨 Borbay Gallery & Cocktail Experience ($1,000 value)
📸 Jess Curren Photography – $400 Gift Cert to be applied to a Family Photo Session + Print

From outdoor adventures to locally donated experiences, every bid directly supports the readiness of our volunteer Search & Rescue team—funding training, equipment, and the tools needed when conditions are at their most unforgiving.

Just one night to gather, connect, and support the people who show up when it matters most.

And don’t forget—we’ll also have live music by Ditch Cat and catered bites to enjoy throughout the evening.

📅 High Country, High Stakes
📍 Wildwood Room
📆 March 7, 2026

Ticket Options:
🎟 $45 — Cocktail Hour, Dinner, Silent Auction & Aftershow Concert w/ Ditch Cat
🎶 $15 — Aftershow with Ditch Cat only (starts at 8:30 PM)

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