Minnesota Search & Rescue

Dispatch 855-342-5138 | Information 218-214-9391

What We Do

Wilderness

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.

Disaster

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.

About Our Team

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.

Our Equipment

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Command Trailer

Matrice 300 Drone

GPS Tracking & Mapping Software

Staging Trailer

Our Training

Our team works hard to be proficient at what we do. We take our certificates and training seriously and do what we can to increase our knowledge of search and rescue topics. This continued training increases our efficiency and makes our scenes safer for all involved.

 

All Minnesota SAR team members are required to hold the following certifications:

CPR & First Aid  •  ICS 100 & 700

Many of our team members are certified in the following areas:

State Approved Boaters Safety Course  •  BICO Cold Weather SAR
Infection Control Techniques  •  Preventing Bloodborne Pathogens
Helicopters in Search & Rescue  •  EMT  •  Mountain Rescue Operations
National Park Service SAR  •  ICS 200

Testimonials

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!

Our Team

Recent Activity & Incidents

Incident LocationOperationTeam(s) InvolvedDates
Belden, MN (dementia)WildernessMN2/8-10/2024
Two Rivers, WI (child)WildernessMN2/26-3/1/2024
Blackduck, MN (female)WildernessMN5/4/2024
Red Lake, MN (child)WildernessMN6/3/2024
Hopkins, MN (child)Water/LandMN6/9-10/2024
Wayland, MN (male)WildernessMN6/12/2024
Henning, MN (Dementia)WildernessMN7/9/2024
Paynesville, MN (child)WildernessMN8/7/2024
Nemadji, MNWildernessMinnesotaMay 11, 2023 - May 13, 2023
Eagan, MNLandMinnesotaNov 25, 2022
McGregor, MNLandMinnesotaNov 10, 2022 - Nov 11, 2022
Eagan, MNLandMinnesotaOct 31, 2022
Morris, MNWildernessMinnesotaAug 03, 2022
Puposky, MNWildernessMinnesotaJul 19, 2022 - Jul 20, 2022
Baxter, MNWildernessMinnesotaMay 30, 2022
Eagle Lake, MNWater/LandMinnesotaMay 14, 2022
Bemidji, MNWildernessMinnesotaMay 06, 2022 - May 07, 2022
Albert Lea, MNWildernessMinnesotaFeb 09, 2022
St. Croix State Forest, MNWildernessMinnesotaNov 26, 2021 - Nov 27, 2021
St. Croix State Park, MNWildernessMinnesotaOct 29, 2021 - Oct 30, 2021
Bemidji, MNLandMinnesotaSep 14, 2021 - Sep 15, 2021