# https://arksar.org


## Posts

- [2026 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2026-asara-state-sar-conference/): The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Board is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2026 ASARA State Conference June 6-7, 2026 with pre-conference training on Thursday, June 4 and Friday, June 5. The conference will be hosted at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. More information will be released soon.
- [2026 ASARA SAR Saturday - February 21, 2026](https://arksar.org/2026-asara-sar-saturday-february-21-2026/): Updated November 19, 2025 Host: Arkansas Search and Rescue Association (ASARA) Location: Bob Boyle Park, Midland, AR (Sebastian Co)When: Saturday, February 21, 2026 0900 The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association (ASARA) SAR Saturday will begin at 0900 hours on February 21, 2026, at the Bob Boyle Park Midland, AR (Sebastian Co). USNG 15S UU 77049 83368Lat/Long 35.08560 -94.34874 27200 AR-45Huntington, AR 72940 Planned activities are:– Route Search Missions– Area Search Missions– Canine Flanker Training*– Search Mission Planning– SARTECH Skills Evaluation– SARTECH Skills Practice– SARTECH Evaluator Development– SAR gear/equipment Swap Meet The search missions will be Land Search related only and […]
- [2025 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2025-asara-state-sar-conference/): Pictures from the 2024 ASARA State Conference Original Conference Information Updated June 12, 2025 The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Board is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2025 ASARA State Conference June 21-22, 2025 with pre-conference training on Thursday, June 19 and Friday, June 20. The conference will be hosted at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. Conference Cost and Information Pre-Conference Cost: Conference Cost: Please Note: Class days, cost, and other details are subject to change! Please Note: Extra items such as books and ASARA merchandise will be available for purchase at the conference for […]
- [2024 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2024-asara-state-conference/): Pictures from the 2024 ASARA State Conference More pictures coming soon Original Conference Information Updated May 30, 2024 The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Board is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2024 ASARA State Conference June 6-9, 2024 with pre-conference training on Thursday, June 6 and Friday, June 7. The conference will be hosted at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. Conference Cost and Information Conference Cost: Big News: For the 4th year in a row, the Arkansas Search and Rescue Association has received donations from some individuals who are very dedicated supporters of Arkansas’ Emergency […]
- [2023 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2023-asara-state-conference/): Pictures from the 2023 ASARA State Conference Original Conference Information Updated April 19, 2023 The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Board is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2023 ASARA State Conference May 18-21, 2023 with pre-conference training on Thursday, May 18 and Friday, May 19. The conference will be hosted at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. Conference Cost and Information Conference Cost: Big News: For the 3rd year in a row, the Arkansas Search and Rescue Association has received donations from some individuals who are very dedicated supporters of Arkansas’ Emergency Responders.  These scholarship donations […]
- [2022 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2022-asara-state-conference/): Pictures from the 2022 ASARA State Conference Original Conference Information Updated March 16, 2022 The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Board is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2022 ASARA State Conference June 25-26, 2022 with pre-conference training on Thursday, June 23 and Friday, June 24. The conference will be hosted at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. Conference Cost and Information Conference Cost: Big News: The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association has received a donation from an individual who is a very dedicated supporter of Arkansas’ Emergency Responders.  This scholarship donation has been earmarked to pay […]
- [2021 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2021-asara-state-conference/): Pictures from 2021 ASARA State Conference Original Conference Information Update May 17, 2021 The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Board is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2021 ASARA State Conference Wednesday, June 9 through Sunday, June 13, 2021. The conference will be hosted at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. Conference Cost and Information Conference Cost: $25/day for conference day fee + any course/NASAR fees (see course details) + book(s) (if required) + meals + lodging + any t-shirts ordered Big News: The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association has received a donation from an individual who […]
- [Technology In Search and Rescue](https://arksar.org/technology-in-search-and-rescue/): Using technology during a SAR incident can make limited resources more efficient and aid in accountability and documentation of the incident.  The hope of this column is to provide a place for you to learn about effective utilization of technology during a SAR incident.  With this being the first of these columns, I will discuss a few of the more common pieces of tech that are commonly used during SAR incidents that relate to incident mapping. A vital component of a successful SAR operation is that command needs to be able to have a clear picture of the tasks that […]
- [2020 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2020-asara-state-conference/): Update April 6, 2020 The Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Board has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Arkansas Search and Rescue Association State Conference in June this year due to the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic. We are looking into the possibility of trying to sponsor some smaller events this fall, depending on how the current situation evolves over the next few months. We will update everyone as new information becomes available. Please check back here or follow our Facebook Page for updates.
- [2019 ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/2019-asara-state-conference/): Pictures from 2019 ASARA State Conference

## Pages

- [Upcoming Training Opportunities](https://arksar.org/upcoming-training-opportunities/): This page will list upcoming training opportunities around Arkansas. Not all training is affiliated with ASARA so please use the contact information provided with each post to get more information about that specific event. If you have an upcoming training that you would like to have listed here, please contact us with the details.
- [ASARA State SAR Conference](https://arksar.org/asara-state-conference/): Previous ASARA State Conferences
- [](https://arksar.org/newsletter/): Arkansas Search and Rescue Association Newsletter
- [On-Line Training Resources](https://arksar.org/on-line-training-resources/): Last Updated February 18, 2025 The following links are not affiliated with the Arkansas Search and Rescue Association unless explicitly stated and they are only provided as a courtesy to help assist you supplement your personnel search and rescue training. These links are not a replacement for formal search and rescue training with a competent instructor. Table of Contents Incident Command System (ICS) / National Incident Management System (NIMS) Land Navigation Lost Person Behavior Medical Tracking Survival Skills Misc SAR Videos Communications GIS / SARTopo Weather Knots and Rope Rescue Skills SAR Packs Off-Road/ATV/OHV K-9 UAV/UAS/Drone Swiftwater Public Safety Diving […]
- [Sample Page](https://arksar.org/sample-page/): This is an example page. It’s different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I’m a bike messenger by day, aspiring actor by night, and this is my website. I live in Los Angeles, have a great dog named Jack, and I like piña coladas. (And gettin’ caught in the rain.) …or something like this: The XYZ Doohickey Company was founded in 1971, […]
- [](https://arksar.org/): About theArkansas Search and Rescue Association Mission Statement The mission of ASARA is to act as a professional, educational, and standardization organization which supports search and rescue by promoting, and assisting in the development of resources, training and educational opportunities with the underlying purpose of saving lives. Purpose The purpose of the Arkansas Search and Rescue Association (ASARA) is to promote and assist in the development of search capabilities within the State of Arkansas. The Association is dedicated to the advancement of search and rescue skills, the standardization of procedures, communications and equipment, and the continued improvement of the coordination […]
- [Contact ASARA](https://arksar.org/contact-asara/): Mailing Address: Arkansas Search and Rescue Association4 Emergency LaneRussellville AR 72802 ASARA Contact Form ASARA Officers and Board of Directors President: Klay Rowbotham- Johnson County DEM SAR - Position: At Large - End of Current Term: 2027Vice-President: James Mason- Arkansas River Valley Support (ARVS) - Position: Central - End of Current Term: 2027Secretary: Amy Sutliff- Sebastian County SAR - Position: SE (At Large) - End of Current Term: 2025Treasurer: Justin Drittler - Pope County OEM SAR - Position: NW - End of Current Term: 2026Board Member: David Gruger- Sharp County SAR - Position: NE - End of Current Term: 2025Board […]
- [Membership Information](https://arksar.org/membership-information/): Membership in ASARA is currently only available for established teams that respond to SAR incidents within Arkansas. Team Membership Benefits 2025 Dues ASARA Team Membership is an annual fee that is good for one (1) calendar year and includes all team members. Team Membership Pricing for 2025 is as follows: Fillable PDF of ASARA Team Membership Application On-line ASARA Team Membership Application Once we receive and review your application, you will be sent an invoice for your balance due. We can only accept check payments at this time. Details on where to send payments will be included with your invoice. […]
- [Would you like to donate to ASARA or Sponsor an ASARA event?](https://arksar.org/would-you-like-to-donate-to-asara-or-sponsor-an-asara-event/): ASARA depends on membership dues, sponsorships, and donations to accomplish our goals of promoting search and rescue and assisting in the development of resources, training, and educational opportunities for responders throughout Arkansas. Donations may be mailed to: Arkansas Search and Rescue Association4 Emergency LaneRussellville, AR 72802


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