Our team is equipped to search, manage, or assist in missing incidents with mapping and tracking capabilities to efficiently search and log searched areas. We also have portable repeaters for clear communication in remote areas. Our team also utilizes an advanced drone with cameras and thermal capabilities.
Our team is available to assist in the aftermath of tornadoes, floods, hurricanes, and other natural disasters. We can assist with clearing areas and searching for survivors as well as tracking and managing the search and recovery efforts. Our team is trained to use the NIMS framework as well as the FEMA marking system for seamless integration with other teams.
The Minnesota Search & Rescue team was established in August 2018. Our team members are from conservative Christian communities in Minnesota, Iowa and South Dakota, who are passionate about helping others in time of need.
Our goal is to be an effective resource to assist local law enforcement, EMS, fire departments, park services, and other responsible agencies with missing person searches.
We strive to maintain proficiency in our skills and work hard to stay current in training and equipment. Since our team is volunteer based, we do not charge for our services. Our ultimate goal is to show the compassion and love of Christ to people in distress.
All Minnesota SAR team members are required to hold the following certifications:
Many of our team members are certified in the following areas:
Your countless efforts and hours did not go unnoticed. We will never forget your willingness to come all this way to help us. Thank you!
They have a phenomenal team and the technology they have was priceless.
You are all extremely professional, hardworking and demonstrated the ability to execute a well-organized search plan.
I wish I had a recording of what my deputies had to say about working with our team members.
Your agency’s commitment and the commitment of your volunteers was incredibly helpful to our department and did not go unnoticed.
I’m glad to see Christian Aid Ministries is here, now God is on the scene!
| Incident Location | Operation | Team(s) Involved | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGregor, MN (autistic) | Wilderness | MN | 11/21-23/2024 |
| Belden, MN (dementia) | Wilderness | MN | 2/8-10/2024 |
| Two Rivers, WI (child) | Wilderness | MN | 2/26-3/1/2024 |
| Blackduck, MN (female) | Wilderness | MN | 5/4/2024 |
| Red Lake, MN (child) | Wilderness | MN | 6/3/2024 |
| Hopkins, MN (child) | Water/Land | MN | 6/9-10/2024 |
| Wayland, MN (male) | Wilderness | MN | 6/12/2024 |
| Henning, MN (Dementia) | Wilderness | MN | 7/9/2024 |
| Paynesville, MN (child) | Wilderness | MN | 8/7/2024 |
| Nemadji, MN | Wilderness | Minnesota | May 11, 2023 - May 13, 2023 |
| Eagan, MN | Land | Minnesota | Nov 25, 2022 |
| McGregor, MN | Land | Minnesota | Nov 10, 2022 - Nov 11, 2022 |
| Eagan, MN | Land | Minnesota | Oct 31, 2022 |
| Morris, MN | Wilderness | Minnesota | Aug 03, 2022 |
| Puposky, MN | Wilderness | Minnesota | Jul 19, 2022 - Jul 20, 2022 |
| Baxter, MN | Wilderness | Minnesota | May 30, 2022 |
| Eagle Lake, MN | Water/Land | Minnesota | May 14, 2022 |
| Bemidji, MN | Wilderness | Minnesota | May 06, 2022 - May 07, 2022 |
| Albert Lea, MN | Wilderness | Minnesota | Feb 09, 2022 |
Address
PO Box 360
Berlin, OH 44610
Phone
330-893-2428
Email
sar@camoh.org