Tennessee Search & Rescue
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. A k-9 dog and handler trained for tracking and trailing.
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. We have team members with Open Water Diver training.
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 Tennessee Search & Rescue team was established in March 2018. Our 38 team members are from conservative Christian communities in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Alabama, who are passionate about helping others.
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
Sonar Boat
Command Trailer
GPS Tracking and Mapping Software
Inflatable Boat
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 Tennessee SAR team members are required to hold the following certifications:
CPR & First Aid • ICS 100 & 700
• CPR & First Aid
• ICS 100 & 700
Many of our team members are certified in the following areas:
SARTech II • State Approved Boater’s Safety • ICS 200 & 800
Open Water Diver • Scuba Diver • Police K-9 Officer
K-9 Tracking, Trailing • Hazmat Awareness • Fire Fighter
Swift Water Awareness/Operations • National Park Service SAR
Helicopter Operations for SAR Responders • Crime Scene Preservation • GPS Basic Endorsement • Wilderness First Aid
• State Approved Boater’s Safety
• ICS 200 & 800
• Open Water Diver
• Scuba Diver
• Police K-9 Officer
• K-9 Tracking, Trailing
• Hazmat Awareness
• Swift Water Awareness/Operations
• National Park Service SAR
• Fire Fighter
• Helicopter Operations for SAR Responders
• Crime Scene Preservation
• GPS Basic Endorsement
• Wilderness First Aid
Testimonials
Simple words can never express my gratitude for you guys! Thank you for giving us some closure during such a horrible time. We will always remember the sacrifice and time you all so graciously gave.
Our deepest thank to this team for bringing closure to the family, friends, and loved ones. Without your valuable assistance, that could not have occurred.
Our Team
Aaron Weaver
Alex Yoder
Caleb Nissley
Chris Hostetler
Delmar Graber
Ernest Helmuth
Eugene Hostetler
Jacob Evans
Jason Miller
Jeremy Miller
Jeremy Peachey
Jesse Troyer
Josh King
Josh Peachey
John Mullet
Kevin Wagler
Matthew Gibson
Matthew Yoder
Micah Mast
Mike Yoder
Samuel Hershberger
Sherwin Martin
Steve Bontrager
Westley Yoder
Weston Yoder
William Graber
Recent Activity & Incidents
Dates
Incident Location
Operation
Aug 27, 2023
Bowling Green, KY
Water
Jul 12, 2023 - Jul 14, 2023
London, KY
Water
May 10, 2023 - May 11, 2023
Ashbrook, MS
Water
May 06, 2023
Bryson City, NC
Wilderness
Mar 30, 2023
Franklin, KY
Water
Mar 29, 2023
Hartselle, AL
Water
Mar 21, 2023 - Mar 23, 2023
Tiptonville, TN
Water
Mar 17, 2023 - Apr 09, 2023
Beaver Lake, AR
Water
Mar 11, 2023
Smithville, TN
Water
Feb 15, 2023 - Feb 16, 2023
Sevierville, TN
Water
Jan 31, 2023 - Feb 02, 2023
Muscle Shoals, AL
Water
Jan 23, 2023 - Jan 24, 2023
Rock Island, TN
Water
Jan 10, 2023
Sebree, KY
Water
Sep 17, 2022
Nashville, TN
Wilderness
Sep 04, 2022
Crab Orchard, TN
Water
Aug 25, 2022
Crossville, TN
Wilderness
Aug 06, 2022 - Aug 07, 2022
Crab Orchard, TN
Water/Land
Jul 12, 2022 - Jul 13, 2022
Moulton, AL
Wilderness
Jun 24, 2022 - Jun 25, 2022
Knoxville, TN
Wilderness
Jun 14, 2022
Dickson, TN
Water
| Dates: | 08/27/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Bowling Green, KY |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |
| Dates: | 07/12/2023 - 07/14/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | London, KY |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |
| Dates: | 05/10/2023 - 05/11/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Ashbrook, MS |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |
| Dates: | 05/06/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Bryson City, NC |
| Operation: | Wilderness |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee, Virginia |
| Dates: | 03/30/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Franklin, KY |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |
| Dates: | 03/29/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Hartselle, AL |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |
| Dates: | 03/21/2023 - 03/23/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Tiptonville, TN |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |
| Dates: | 03/17/2023 - 04/09/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Beaver Lake, AR |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Arkansas, Illinois, Tennessee |
| Dates: | 03/11/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Smithville, TN |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |
| Dates: | 02/15/2023 - 02/16/2023 |
|---|---|
| Location: | Sevierville, TN |
| Operation: | Water |
| Team(s) Involved: | Tennessee |