Ohio Search & Rescue
What We Do
Wilderness
Our team is equipped to search, manage, or assist in missing person incidents with mapping and tracking capabilities to efficiently search and log searched areas. We also have several communication options that include stationary and portable repeaters for clear communication in remote areas. Our team also utilizes advanced drones with cameras and thermal capabilities.
Water
Our team has multiple boats and trained team members that can assist with searches for drowning victims. We utilize state of the art side scan SONAR and also have a towfish to obtain stable images in deep water. Our ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) allows us to use cameras and SONAR to clear points of interest or make body recoveries in up to 500 feet of water.
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 Ohio SAR team was established in June 2016. Our 30 team members are from conservative Christian communities and are passionate about helping others.
Our goal is to be an effective resource and 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
Staging Trailer
Klein Towfish
GPS Tracking & Mapping Software
Aluminum SONAR Boat
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 Ohio SAR team members are required to hold the following certifications:
ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 • NASAR SAR Tech II
Wilderness First Aid • Swiftwater Awareness
• CPR & First Aid
• State Approved Boaters Safety Course
• ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
• NASAR SAR Tech II
• Wilderness First Aid
• Swiftwater Awareness
Many of our team members are certified in the following areas:
Amateur Radio Operator • Advanced Wilderness Life Support
MLPI • Paramedic • Registered Nurse • Crime Scene Preservation • Lost Person Behavior • Wilderness EMT
FAA Drone License • Swiftwater Technician
• Firefighter
• Rope Rescue Technician
• ICS 300 & 400
• EMT
• Amateur Radio Operator
• Advanced Wilderness Life Support
• MLPI
• Paramedic
• Registered Nurse
• Crime Scene Preservation
• Lost Person Behavior
• Wilderness EMT
• FAA Drone License
• Swiftwater Technician
Testimonials
We cannot thank you enough for your efforts.
Our Team
Anthony Zook
Benjamin Bear
Chad Hershberger
Chris Hershberger
Duane Martin
Elmer Schrock
Fred Schwartz
Jay Yoder
John Brunk
Jon Weaver
Josh Miller
Lavon Yoder
Lyndon Schwartz
Marcus Miller
Marvin Heatwole
Marvin Mullet
Morris Lapp
Moses Schwartz
Randy Hershberger
Robert Yoder
Ron Hershberger
Travis Miller
Troy Denlinger
Wayne Yoder
Recent Activity & Incidents
Dates
Incident Location
Operation
Mar 10, 2023
Hammersville, OH
Water
Mar 05, 2023
Piketon, OH
Wilderness
Jan 04, 2023
Chillicothe, OH
Land
Dec 07, 2022
College Corner, OH
Land
Nov 23, 2022
Fayette, OH
Water
Nov 22, 2022 - Nov 23, 2022
Sheffield, OH
Water
Nov 09, 2022 - Nov 10, 2022
Sheffield, OH
Water
Oct 04, 2022
Stout, OH
Wilderness
Aug 11, 2022
Chillicothe, OH
Water
Aug 10, 2022
New Straitsville, OH
Wilderness
Jul 27, 2022 - Jul 28, 2022
Lucasville, OH
Water
Jul 16, 2022 - Jul 22, 2022
Meadville, PA
Wilderness
Jul 10, 2022
Dayton, OH
Water
Jun 17, 2022
Hubbard, OH
Land
Jun 04, 2022 - Jun 07, 2022
Port Washington, OH
Water
May 13, 2022
West Union, OH
Wilderness
May 09, 2022
Chillicothe, OH
Land
Apr 26, 2022
Wellston, OH
Land
Apr 05, 2022
New Paris, OH
Land
Apr 03, 2022
Goshen, IN
Land
| Dates: | 03/10/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Hammersville, OH |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |
| Dates: | 03/05/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Piketon, OH |
| Operation: | Wilderness |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |
| Dates: | 01/04/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Chillicothe, OH |
| Operation: | Land |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |
| Dates: | 12/07/2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | College Corner, OH |
| Operation: | Land |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |
| Dates: | 11/23/2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Fayette, OH |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |
| Dates: | 11/22/2022 - 11/23/2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Sheffield, OH |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio, Pennsylvania |
| Dates: | 11/09/2022 - 11/10/2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Sheffield, OH |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio, Pennsylvania |
| Dates: | 10/04/2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Stout, OH |
| Operation: | Wilderness |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |
| Dates: | 08/11/2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Chillicothe, OH |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |
| Dates: | 08/10/2022 |
|---|---|
| Location: | New Straitsville, OH |
| Operation: | Wilderness |
| Team(s) Involved: | Ohio |