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06/15/2025
On June 12 Sweet Grass Co. dispatch was called about a person who was missing from a residence on the west boulder. SGSAR was dispatched and a search for the missing man was initiated. Resources from Gallatin Co. Yellowstone Co. Y***k aviation and Army National Guard all participated in the search and unfortunate recovery of the missing 36 y/o male.
I would like to thank all involved in this effort for the excellent work everyone put into this tragic event. Including family and neighbors. This community showed that when needed we will all come to each other’s aid.
06/18/2023
A little rainy, but our team made the best of the day to get out and train on Swiftwater rescue.
01/21/2023
Here is the link to watch the story from one of our missions. Thank you to Kaylene and Josh for sharing their story, the community that supports our team, and our amazing team members for making what we do possible!
Kaylene Baker and Josh Baker spent the day climbing in Big Timber, Montana, on June 30, 2018. During their final climb of the day, a boulder came loose and struck Kaylene. After a remarkable rescue and months of intense recovery and rehab, she survived. This is the story of how she and Josh keep mov...
01/20/2023
An amazing story from one of our team’s missions. This mission has deeply touched our team and is the reason we do what we do.
Here are all of the anticipated air times as of now:
Our team has been busy the last two days with several rescues and other logistics during the major flooding event.
For the most recent updates check out the Sweet Grass Co Sheriff's Office page.
We urge you to be cautious as the flood water recedes.
09/02/2021
Thanks to everyone who came out to support our team and other amazing non-profit organizations at the Sweet Grass Community Foundation Give where you live opener!
09/01/2021
Come on down and see our team and some of our rescue equipment. Also if you make a donation to us through the Sweet Grass Community Foundation during the month of September, it will be matched.
05/16/2021
Our team spent the afternoon getting all of our vehicles and equipment ready for our busy summer season. Thanks to everyone who helped out!
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SGCSAR is 100% volunteer and has 21 members, many of whom also serve as EMTs, paramedics, law enforcement officers and volunteer firefighters. SGCSAR provides our county, as well as surrounding counties, with all aspects of technical rescue assistance including: rope rescue, swift water rescue, backcountry rescue and rescue in urban areas for missing people. SGCSAR teams also serve an important role during large weather events, such as snow storms or floods, by responding with the local ambulance service to ensure prompt medical intervention to victims.
SGCSAR has been fortunate to average just 20 calls each year, but that number continues to grow as SAR members continue to take on the role of assisting the ambulance in times of need.
SGCSAR has no doubt had a very busy year this year with 26 calls for service so far. Those calls included five searches for missing individuals, 10 rescues of injured people and 11 calls for mutual aid to our surrounding counties.
SGCSAR is a volunteer arm of the Sweet Grass County Sheriff’s Office, but its only funding mechanism is through donations. Members purchase the majority of their own rescue and response equipment. SGCSAR is a not-for-profit organization through our county agency, making any donations tax deductible. We will provide any necessary paperwork to assist you as well.
Every dollar you donate helps the Sweet Grass County Search and Rescue save a person in need. You and your donation play a critical role in helping your community. Once again, the members of SGCSAR would like to thank you for your continued support.
