The primary purpose of Oahu Search and Rescue is to assist individuals who may experience mountain or wilderness-related problems, and to educate the public in order to prevent SAR emergencies. These range from incidents such as falls or medical emergencies, lost or overdue hikers, heat or cold exposure, and more. Some of our group is highly skilled in wilderness first-aid, technical rescue, orienteering and tracking, and others are working towards higher certification level. These skills enable Oahu Search & Rescue members to safely and efficiently locate patients in the field and get them to appropriate medical care in case of injury. We currently have approximately 30 volunteers that sacrifice their time and personal resources to assist those in need.
