STAR 1 Search and Rescue in Iowa

Provides nationally certified volunteer SAR Technicians and Search Management Resources for ground, K

STAR 1 was created in 1993 when Fire and EMS personnel in Story County recognized a need for advanced search and technical rescue capabilities. As other agencies became equipped to respond to technical rescue emergencies, STAR 1 evolved into a statewide search team that has responded to lost person incidents throughout Iowa and adjoining states. STAR 1 provides nationally certified Ground Search T

TrueNorth Legacy Foundation's Second Annual Founders Fund Award

01/19/2024

Congratulations Craig Fink. Thank you for the time you invest in the team and your community. This is amazing work you do!

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12/12/2023

STAR1 Training will be:
Saturday, 12/16/2023; 10:00 to 16:00
At Prairie Moon Winery, 3801 W 190th St, Ames, Iowa

Training topics include:
Maps and Navigation
Resources and Technology
based on the FUNSAR book.
Hands on exercises will include GPS use and land navigation.

Bring:
Compass and GPS. Team GPS units will be available if you don’t have one.
Lunch and beverage
Dress for the weather.