Ever wonder how we get a dog safely back to the top of a cliff? This past Saturday November the 7th, our Technical Rescue Team spent the day working on rigging systems and practicing pickoff rescues, one of the most common techniques we use to rescue dogs from cliffs. So, what’s a pickoff rescue? A …
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September’s Introduction to Field Operations Training
Every WASART field responder has to start somewhere—and for our newest responders, last Saturday the 19th was a big milestone. Our Introduction to Field Operations (IFO) class prepares members to deploy with WASART, giving them the hands-on skills and foundation they need to safely work as part of a team in the field. Throughout the …
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WASART Holds Emergency Animal Sheltering Training
Earlier this month, WASART members came together for Emergency Animal Sheltering training — an important part of preparing to support animals and their owners during natural disasters and large-scale emergencies. Throughout the day, members practiced many of the key components involved in setting up and operating an emergency animal shelter, including intake procedures, animal handling, …
WASART at the Vertical World Spring Jam
On April 24, WASART had the opportunity to be part of the Vertical World Spring Jam, connecting with an incredible community of climbers and outdoor enthusiasts.
What Happens Before a Rescue Team Even Arrives?
When a call comes in, it starts with our Duty Officers—the first point of contact with WASART. They gather critical information, speak directly with the reporting party, provide initial guidance, and assess the situation. If a deployment is needed, they initiate the response and hand it off to a Call Coordinator. From there, Call Coordinators …
Getting to the Dog Is Sometimes the Hardest Part 🐾
Before we can help the animal, we have to make sure we can safely reach them. Using anchors, ropes, and edge protection, our teams build controlled systems that allow us to safely access steep or exposed areas. Anchors are carefully selected, ropes are rigged to support both the rescuer and the load, and edge protection …
WASART Members Graduate Introduction to Field Operations to Become Deployable
Congratulations to the newest Introduction to Field Operation (IFO) graduates!
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