National Association for Search and Rescue

06/15/2026

The Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council has released its final report, completing the comprehensive assessment ordered by Executive Order 14180 earlier this year.

For the search and rescue community, this report matters. FEMA’s policies, funding structures, and national preparedness frameworks directly shape how SAR teams train, deploy, and coordinate with federal partners. Any recommendations impacting FEMA’s disaster response capabilities will have downstream effects on interoperability, resource allocation, credentialing, and the support available to volunteer and professional SAR responders.

NASAR will continue reviewing the report’s findings and assessing how proposed changes may influence national SAR standards, training pathways, and operational coordination.

https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/2026-05/26_0507_fema%20review%20council_final%20report.pdf

06/12/2026

The NASAR Board of Directors application period opens on June 1 and will close on June 30!

If you’ve ever thought “this could be better,” the board is where those changes actually happen.

Apply and be the change.

Interested in applying? Request an application by emailing the Election Committee Chair at [email protected]

06/08/2026

The 2027 National Missing and Unidentified Persons Conference is now accepting presentation proposals, and they’re looking for SAR‑driven, hands‑on sessions that show what works in the field.

If you have lessons learned, innovative tactics, case studies, or training approaches that strengthen search, investigation, recovery, or reunification, this is your chance to help shape national best practices.

Deadline: September 25, 2026.

Share what your team knows. Help elevate the entire SAR community.

05/30/2026

The NASAR Board of Directors application period opens on June 1 and will close on June 30!

This is your chance to lead, influence, and elevate the mission.

Apply and be the change.

Find the Board Prospectus here:https://cdn.ymaws.com/nasar.org/resource/resmgr/board_of_directors/Board_Prospectus.pdf

Interested in applying? Request an application by emailing the Election Committee Chair at [email protected]

05/27/2026

Every search and rescue mission comes down to a moment where someone has to make a call. The terrain might be rough, the weather might be turning, and the clock is almost always working against us — but SAR responders step forward anyway.

Taking risks in SAR isn’t about chasing danger. It’s about preparation, teamwork, and the quiet confidence that comes from knowing your training will hold when it matters most. The decisions our responders make — sometimes in seconds — are the reason people make it home.

Learn more about what managing risks looks like in one of our many courses. Find out more at www.nasar.org

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we join communities across the country in remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

We honor. We remember.

05/20/2026

National Search and Rescue Week 2026

This week, we honor the dedicated volunteers and professionals who answer the call when every second counts.

From the mountains to the waterways, from urban searches to wilderness rescues, Search and Rescue teams stand ready—day or night—to bring people home.

To every SAR member across the country:
Your courage, skill, and unwavering commitment save lives.
Your work matters more than most will ever know.

Thank you for being the calm in chaos, the hope in uncertainty, and the lifeline when it’s needed most.

05/20/2026

Whether you’re adding NASAR’s 50th Anniversary patch to your collection, representing your K9 partner, or showcasing your hard‑earned certifications, the NASAR Bookstore has the perfect patch or decal to add to your gear.

🔥 Featured favorites:
• 50th Anniversary Patch & Decal — Retro‑inspired designs celebrating 50 years of service and SAR excellence.
• Canine SAR Patch & Decal — Because your four‑legged teammate deserves representation too.
• SARTECH & Specialty Rockers — Ground SAR, Canine SARTECH, and more to display your qualifications proudly.
• Course‑Specific Patches — FUNSAR, IA, MLPI and others for those who’ve completed NASAR training.

Every purchase supports NASAR’s mission of strengthening the SAR community and helping responders stay capable, confident, and ready.

🛒 Shop now and gear up: https://nasar.org/store/ListProducts.aspx?catid=935611

Let your uniform, pack, or jacket tell your SAR story.

05/19/2026

The 18th Annual National Missing & Unidentified Persons Conference is calling for presenters!

If you have expertise in search, investigation, recovery, identification, or reunification, this is your moment to make an impact.

Join us in Las Vegas, April 13–15, 2027 and help strengthen the response for the missing and their families.

Submit your proposal by September 25, 2026.

05/15/2026

Congratulations to our very own Chris Boyer!

Congratulations to Chris Boyer, The National Association for Search and Rescue, who has won Most Influential Individual, sponsored by The Blue Light Show