Joining my local SAR Team, any advice?
Hello. I am about to join my local SAR team because I have found that is where my interest lies and I am soon to be 18 which is when my local SAR team allows you to begin to participate in searches (though they let you join at 16 for classes and such)
I got into SAR through the Civil Air Patrol a couple years ago and have participated in 2 non distress PLB searches, one of which was a find and the other stopped transmitting so we were ordered to RTB. I currently hold the ground SAR qualifications of Ground Team Member level 3, 2, and 1, which from what I have heard covers most of the knowledge you need for actual SAR teams but, theres a nonzero chance it doesn't cover it all.
I currently have ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, and 5.A done. I also have CBRNE awareness, Swiftwater, PFA, BLS, and First Aid. I am currently working on MRA Helo.
What do those of you with experience on SAR teams recommend for literally anything in regards to SAR (specific gear, knowledge, ect.)?