Mesa County Search & Rescue

Mesa County Search & Rescue For Rescue Assistance Call 911 | Non-profit organization with highly trained volunteers focused on saving lives. These Include Advanced Medical Training.

The Mesa County Search and Rescue Ground Team is a highly trained nonprofit professional rescue organization comprised of over 40 skilled volunteers. On average we receive anywhere from 55 to 60 search and rescue missions a year in various locations throughout Mesa and neighboring counties. We are on call 24/7 to support the Mesa County Sheriffs Office with any and all search and rescue efforts, f

rom safely carrying out injured mountain bikers to finding lost individuals in the mountains. Our goal, to help out those who are just having a bad day! All ground team members must complete a 10 week training class, hold a current CPR/Basic First aid certification, pass an annual knot test, fitness hike, back country navigation test using a map and compass and meet weekly training standards. The ground team is also capable of deploying and supporting many other resources into the field depending on our mission. Swift-Water Rescue Swimmers, Technical Rope Rescue Techs, ATV, Boat and Helicopter specialists and evidence search personnel.

Tonight is the night!! We can’t wait to see you! Check out some of these wonderful Silent Auction items that will be ava...
04/25/2026

Tonight is the night!! We can’t wait to see you! Check out some of these wonderful Silent Auction items that will be available for bid tonight!

Thank you donors:





🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM
🎬 Films begin at 6:30 PM
📍 Grand Junction High Auditorium
1400 N. 5th Street, Grand Junction

Every ticket supports a mission that matters. All proceeds go directly to Mesa County Search & Rescue, a 100% volunteer nonprofit team that responds to missions across Mesa County in all weather & terrain to help keep our community and visitors safe.

❤️💛 Thank you to our sponsors:






Grand Valley Books

There’s still time to join us, help us spread the word & share this with your friends!

🎟 Get your tickets here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mesacountysarcom/grand-junction-paddling-film-festivalTon...
04/25/2026

🎟 Get your tickets here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mesacountysarcom/grand-junction-paddling-film-festival

Tonight is the night!! We can’t wait to see you! Check out some of these wonderful Silent Auction items that will be available for bid tonight!

Thank you donors:
Chow Down Pet Supplies
Wet Dreams River Supply Grand Junction
SkyGOAT
Loki Gear

🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM
🎬 Films begin at 6:30 PM
📍 Grand Junction High Auditorium
1400 N. 5th Street, Grand Junction

Every ticket supports a mission that matters. All proceeds go directly to Mesa County Search & Rescue, a 100% volunteer nonprofit team that responds to missions across Mesa County in all weather & terrain to help keep our community and visitors safe.

❤️💛 Thank you to our sponsors:
Wet Dreams River Supply
Colorado West Slope Fly Fishing
The Gear Junction
SkyGOAT
Gearhead Outfitters, Inc.
Mesa Coffee Company
Grand Valley Books

Help us spread the word & share this with your friends!

🎟 Get your tickets here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mesacountysarcom/grand-junction-paddling-film-festivalMCS...
04/15/2026

🎟 Get your tickets here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mesacountysarcom/grand-junction-paddling-film-festival

MCSAR is proud to host the first annual Paddling Film Festival on April 25! Featuring some of the world’s best paddling films, the evening brings together outdoor lovers, families, & river runners for inspiring stories, wild places & a shared love for life on the water.

🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM
🎬 Films begin at 6:30 PM
📍 Grand Junction High Auditorium
1400 N. 5th Street, Grand Junction

Every ticket supports a mission that matters. All proceeds go directly to Mesa County Search & Rescue, a 100% volunteer nonprofit team that responds to missions across Mesa County in all weather & terrain to help keep our community and visitors safe.

❤️💛 Thank you to our sponsors:
Wet Dreams River Supply Grand Junction
Colorado West Slope Fly Fishing
The Gear Junction
SkyGOAT
Mesa Coffee Company
Gearhead Outfitters, Inc.
Grand Valley Books

Help us spread the word & share this with your friends!

Weeks 3, 4, and 5 of our Prospective Member course is where our PMs really started getting hands on with the team’s tech...
04/05/2026

Weeks 3, 4, and 5 of our Prospective Member course is where our PMs really started getting hands on with the team’s technical rescue systems.

Training started with an introduction to technical systems before moving into live demos & practical work. PMs worked through anchor building, system setup & personal rope skills including ascending and descending. There was even a race to see who could ascend a rope the fastest, with a few prizes on the line.

All of that training led into their first low angle rescue scenario. PMs navigated to the location, completed patient assessments, packaged the patient & built a full system capable of both a lower and a raise.

Each week the PMs continue building skills, gaining confidence with the gear & getting one step closer to becoming full members of Mesa County Search & Rescue.

We’ve been busy the last few weeks with the Prospective Members (PMs) class that we’ve fallen behind on sharing their pr...
04/05/2026

We’ve been busy the last few weeks with the Prospective Members (PMs) class that we’ve fallen behind on sharing their progress! Our 18 PMs have been doing a phenomenal job and we want to make sure to highlight all their progress.

Here’s a look into Week 2. It focused on hands on rescue skills. PMs practiced patient assessments through a variety of scenarios designed to build confidence & strengthen primary assessment skills.

They also learned how to properly package a patient in a litter for transport, including litter assembly and selection, patient packaging techniques, and safe litter movement in the field.

Want to tap into the outdoor minded community on the Western Slope while supporting an all-volunteer local search & resc...
03/19/2026

Want to tap into the outdoor minded community on the Western Slope while supporting an all-volunteer local search & rescue team?

Here's your chance!

We still have some sponsorship spots left & would love to include your business or brand!

DM us or send an email to [email protected]

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Can’t sponsor but want to attend the film festival? Buy your tickets here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mesacountysarcom/grand-junction-paddling-film-festival

Our 2026 Prospective Members (PM) class is officially underway.Before reaching this stage, applicants must apply, interv...
03/13/2026

Our 2026 Prospective Members (PM) class is officially underway.

Before reaching this stage, applicants must apply, interview, and be selected to participate. The PM course is an intensive 8-week training designed to prepare future members of Mesa County Search & Rescue (MCSAR) for the demands of the field. Attendance is mandatory, with training held every Thursday and Saturday.

These photos highlight the first week of the course.

Week one introduced PMs to team expectations, our rescue vehicle fleet, and COTAK, the situational awareness tool used during missions. The week finished with a fitness hike where members carried a 35 pound pack for about five miles.

We had a little fun with the pack weight requirement & awarded prizes for the most creative items used to reach 35 pounds. Some of the fun faves included a large bag of rice, concrete garden gnomes & cans of beans.

This course builds the knowledge, physical readiness & teamwork required to respond safely & effectively to all missions.

On Sunday, March 8, at approximately 7:15 PM, Mesa County Search & Rescue (MCSAR) was dispatched alongside Lower Valley ...
03/12/2026

On Sunday, March 8, at approximately 7:15 PM, Mesa County Search & Rescue (MCSAR) was dispatched alongside Lower Valley Fire District (LVFD) in response to a report of an individual who had fallen in the Colorado National Monument.

Once on scene, our team quickly deployed a hasty team and established a rope system to safely access the steep terrain below the rim and make initial contact with the subject. Within 15 minutes, an MCSAR member rappelled over the edge to provide medical assessment while additional MCSAR personnel constructed a technical rope rescue system. Upon making contact, it was determined that the individual was deceased & the operation transitioned from a rescue to a recovery.

MCSAR then carefully coordinated a high-angle rope operation to lower a litter and litter attendant to the subject, allowing the team to perform the recovery safely and respectfully. Once complete, the litter and attendant were carefully raised back to the top where the deceased was transferred to the Mesa County Coroner.

All teams cleared the field and were out of the area by approximately 9:00 PM.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family, friends & loved ones during this difficult time. We are grateful for the collaboration of all agencies involved in ensuring the operation was carried out safely, efficiently & with care.

Mesa County Sheriff's Office

In February we had the pleasure of joining the Mesa County Safety Fair inside the Mesa Mall. We educated hundreds of ele...
03/11/2026

In February we had the pleasure of joining the Mesa County Safety Fair inside the Mesa Mall. We educated hundreds of elementary students and the community about the volunteer work of Search and Rescue and best practices when recreating outside! We had a blast and always love a chance to engage with our community!

Merry Christmas! We hope everyone is enjoying a safe & festive holiday. ❤️💛Here are a few moments from recent highlights...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! We hope everyone is enjoying a safe & festive holiday. ❤️💛

Here are a few moments from recent highlights, including our annual Holiday Party & the GJ Parade of Lights. Both were such fun ways to celebrate this season together!

Each year, our Holiday Party gives us a chance to recognize our team & the incredible commitment they show to serving our community. Congratulations to all of our members who earned awards this year & thank you to every team member for the countless hours of dedication you bring.

We are also so grateful for our community. Your ongoing support & encouragement mean more to us than you know. We are proud to serve you & thankful to be part of such a strong, caring community. Happy Holidays! 💛❤️

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