The SAR Take

I had a short but unique opportunity to talk to Paul Adams about a Rescue close to Winnipeg, MB. The episode doesn't have an audio intro so you can hear our conversation the first time we have met each other. Ultimately, our chat was cut short, but the details are pretty incredible. Paul is a very experienced pilot and aviator, he has been in the game a long time and is truly passionate about...

I sat down with Gabriel Pintal-Godin, who was one of the guys who spoke on this show while they were on course, and talked about the first year at the SAR shop. PG also tells a Rescue Mission story with a great outcome. He has since done another ops jump after we recorded and so I will publish a 2nd episode this month with a highly decorated pilot who was involved in a Rescue with PG. Thank you fo...

For Time: 1-mile run 100 push-ups 100 meter bear crawl 1-mile run 100 meter bear crawl 100 push-ups 1-mile run This workout gives you the feel of a small "motivation" session when preparing for any selection. I wouldn't use how fast I do this as a marker for SAR readiness but instead how well you can do the workout without blowing up or being unable to hold a steady run.  Enjoy I ha...

This is a quick explanation of important information regarding applying to SAR (and other trades) this year. This episode will answer questions for people wanting to change trades this year. Main points: - years of service for eligibility (3 years cmbt arms, 4 years all trades) is as of Dec 31st 2023 -start the application asap by talking to your PSO -only apply if you are eligible, please    Than...

For Time 1,000 Box Step-Ups (20 in) Wear a Ruck Pack (45/35 lb) Complete 1,000 Weighted Box Step-Ups as fast as possible (“ For Time “). Use a 20-inch Box and wear a Ruck Pack that weighs 45/35 lb for men/women. If I was training for SAR I would do this with no music or anything and I would wear as similar a pack as the one on selection.   Support the show

This is a new series where I will give some workouts for people to do. The idea is you can do the workout just for fun, or if you are thinking about SAR Tech, try some of these and see if you can identify some strengths and weaknesses. Each workout will be unique and relate to SAR training in some way. If you like this please give me feedback and I will produce more.  Workout #2 Every Minute on th...

This is a new series where I will give some workouts for people to do. The idea is you can do the workout just for fun, or if you are thinking about SAR Tech, try some of these and see if you can identify some strengths and weaknesses. Each workout will be unique and relate to SAR training in some way. If you like this please give me feedback and I will produce more.  Workout #1 4mile run warmup 1...

Today I share an open conversation between myself and Troy. Troy is a very accomplished person with a deep military resume (pathfinder, US Ranger, Sky Hawks Captain,), but he is also now a doctor and continues giving back daily. Chris Kopp from CTOMS linked us up and I'm so grateful for that. Expect to hear our perspective on having a family and balancing it with military life, why we think f...

Enjoy this unique episode I have prepared for today. Mack Cook is a Navigator in the military but is currently a key player in the Forces adopting drones for use in search and rescue. This is a relatively new subject with so much information. What we were able to cover today is where the project stands, some limitations, and what we hope for the future of the project. This is quite an exciting dev...

George Beatteay is a SAR Tech with quite a laundry list of accolades and accomplishments. Succinctly: Pilot, becomes Sar Tech, goes to worlds for canopy sequential, then becomes national champ for canopy swooping, goes to worlds again, pushes the limits of motocross, 50 years young and one of the fittest people I know. He didn't want to talk about himself so we agreed on talking parachuting:...

Theres an episode called "ops jump with Brad Nisbet" but the uploader put the wrong audio clip. This is the proper one!! Welcome to this episode of "The SAR Take" podcast! I'm excited to share an incredible story with you. You'll hear from a SAR technician who was part of an epic rescue mission in Canada, and their intense tale of grit and perseverance. Their story gi...

In this episode of The SAR Take, I sit down with Nic Turner and Ryan Morris to discuss the path to becoming a Search and Rescue Technician (SAR Tech) in the Canadian Armed Forces. Nic and Ryan make a compelling case for joining the infantry as an entry trade before becoming a SAR Tech, and they discuss the benefits and challenges of this approach. The conversation also delves into the experience o...

I had the opportunity to sit with a coursemate and hear about an interesting recent Rescue. It's worth listening to the start of the episode where I read the letter the team received a few months after the Rescue.   I know there's been a gap between episodes but I am trying to do the majority in person and I've been away a lot recently. I have lots booked and there should be a more...

I approached this one in a different format that I think some will enjoy. I was privy to a CPR lecture by an excellent instructor who has taught in the medical field for over 20 years. I was able to record the lecture and provide it here. It's a succinct review of a life-saving skill. THIS IS NOT FORMAL INSTRUCTION: This is intended for information only, please seek appropriate training if yo...

I realized a mistake I made and uploaded the wrong audio file. This is fixed now, my apologies. Join a SERE specialist, Herc Pilot, and American PJ as they share their unique perspectives and experiences in the SAR field. We delve into their work, tackle the topic of stress and mental health, and get an inside look at combat search and rescue. Tune in to this engaging and thought-provoking podcast...

In this episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with the President of the Pararescue Association of Canada. The Pararescue Association of Canada is a non-profit organization that represents and supports the Canadian Armed Forces members who serve as Pararescue Technicians. An unstructured conversation to gain insight into the vital work of the Pararescue Association of Canada. Than...

This is a bonus episode where another SAR Tech and I talk about ideas and concepts that relate to training for selection. None of these are concrete and it certainly isn't the only way to train for selection but we've both been through it and decided to share some ideas. Here is the survival book Greg talks about: https://survivalbytraining.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Down-But-Not-Out...

Anytime you can sit with a SAR Tech from Gander you know you can get a good mission story.  Jason is from course 50, is a team leader on the Cormorant and is the best kind by.  Thank you to everyone who came by at the Canadian Association of Wilderness Medicine conference to say hi and show support for the show: very humbling. If that association sounds interesting, I highly recommend you check it...

The following is a conversation with Paul Jackman. As many SAR Techs are, Paul was very reluctant to record for the show. We agreed on sharing a pretty iconic rescue he was involved in. After the story, we continued the conversation and I hope everyone gets something out of what Paul has to say. He was the first to support this show and I'm happy we finally made this happen. Rescue!  Patreon...

Here is an excellent recall of a recent SAR case involving an experienced canoer trip's encounter with a bear. Ultimately the SAR Techs jump in to assist with extracting the entire group. Quite an interesting story. Enjoy Thank you for listening, please consider sharing this.  If you need a realtor in Comox or Nova Scotia, check out our sponsors! RESCUE!!!!! Support the show

Christian is an excellent storyteller and SAR Tech from course 42. This conversation included mission stories, philosophy, selection advice, and more. I'm extremely excited to share this with everyone. Thank you for listening, please consider sharing this.  If you need a realtor in Comox or Nova Scotia, check out our sponsors! RESCUE!!!!!! Support the show

NOMAD Air has been instrumental in training SAR Techs to parachute over the past several years. The primary pilot, Rovic, has become an ipso facto celebrity in the SAR community as he is such a great guy and an immensely talented pilot. The latest episode is a conversation with Rovic about his company, aviation and some good stories. I hope you enjoy it. Check out our sponsors if you're movin...

A great conversation about SAR missions as well as the logistics of training and conducting SAR in Canada.  Thank you everyone for sharing, enjoy! Don't forget about our training programs! Available by donation    Email us if you'd like a copy; 6 weeks, 5 workouts/week to get you a better score! Thank you for your continued support. thesartake@gmail.com Support the show

I am extremely excited to release this episode. I got the chance to sit with CWO Darryl Cattell and chat about a variety of things. One big thing we discuss is the new Fix Wing Platform "King Fisher". NOTE: we use "OTU" acronym a few times: Operational Training Unit. Basically, a school for teaching aircrew in a training environment rather than training in an operational enviro...

Dan Bodden is a SAR Tech from course 40 and is doing a bike ride to raise money for Wounded Warriors. BBR22: 100 Days to Victory The Canadian Corps would play a decisive role on the road to victory during the last 100 days of WW1. The Corps progressed from victory to victory as they advanced from Amiens in the pursuit to Mons from August 8th – November 11th, 1918. During the last 100 days, 30 Cana...