Lake County Sheriff Search and Rescue

Lake County Sheriff Search and Rescue Lake County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue is comprised of volunteers dedicated to serving the community

Search and Rescue is an entity of the local government in the county of which you reside. Typically this entity, or group, is comprised of volunteers of the community that devote their life to train in the Search and Rescue of people that need help. Search and Rescue responds to calls 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. In Lake County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, there are currently approximately 2

0 Search and Rescue Volunteers in addition to the nearly 25 members of KCORPS. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office employs 4 full time employees designated as Search and Rescue Coordinators, to act as liaisons between the Sheriff’s Office and the volunteers.

04/01/2026

The call may come at any hour, often under difficult conditions.
The team will respond.

We train in darkness, in cold, and in adverse weather because the environment does not change for us.

Consistent preparation ensures we are ready to respond when needed.

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team were proud to be apart of the Safety Explorers in Action event! 🚨This hands-on ev...
03/22/2026

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team were proud to be apart of the Safety Explorers in Action event! 🚨

This hands-on event brought students together with local first responders to learn important safety skills. From practicing how to call 911 and identifying safe helpers to fire safety, pedestrian awareness, and water safety, all in a supportive, sensory-friendly environment.

Thank you to all the students, families, staff, and community partners who came out to participate and help make the day so meaningful.

This is part of our greater Safe Choices Strong Community initiative. If you would like to be part of this, visit our website at lakecoe.org/SELPA/Events

03/12/2026

It’s a beautiful thing when a Search and Rescue team can utilize both their man tracking skills and an Area K9, to cut a 100 acre search area in half, and locate the subject. Can you see the foot prints in the grass? The color and contrast showed in the grass where something walked through, and pressed the grass down in the direction they traveled. The team then determined whether the signs were human or animal, and jump tracked quickly, keeping up with the Area K9. When the tracks disappeared, and the direction of travel was undetermined, the K9 used her nose and finished the search, by quickly locating the subject.🐾🥾🥾

03/06/2026

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team responded to a stranded motorist off US Forestry Rd M6, located in the Mendocino National Forest. The team drove a total of 7 hours, covering over 120 miles, safely locating the subject and returning them home.

02/27/2026

Special recognition goes to the dedicated Search and Rescue volunteers who tirelessly endure ice, snow, wind, and rain in service to others. This team consistently makes time in their busy lives to attend weekly trainings, continually strengthening their skills and readiness. Their commitment to their team and community reflects exceptional dedication, professionalism, and heart.

02/22/2026

Today the Lake County Search and Rescue Team completed their yearly Type 2 qualification hike. This consisted of a 7 mile hike with 1,000 ft elevation change, in under 3.5 hours, carrying at least a 15lb pack. If you are someone who enjoys hiking and other outdoor activities, consider joining our team and hiking with a purpose.

02/10/2026

The Lake County Search and Rescue Team is extremely dedicated and diverse in their ability’s. The members train for real life scenarios such as, OHV winch operations, Rope Rescue systems, K9 searches and many other specialties.

First Search and Rescue call out of the year. The team was notified of a stranded motorist on trail 17 in the Cow Mounta...
01/21/2026

First Search and Rescue call out of the year. The team was notified of a stranded motorist on trail 17 in the Cow Mountain Recreation area. The team located the subject safe and assisted him off the mountain.

We are proud to recognize the outstanding dedication and service of the Lake County Sheriff Search and Rescue team membe...
12/30/2025

We are proud to recognize the outstanding dedication and service of the Lake County Sheriff Search and Rescue team members who recently received awards for their extraordinary work.

Search and Rescue volenteer of the year: Wendy Fambrini for her commitment and exceptional work as a board member participating in the Ground, Quad, and K9 teams.

Commendable Action Award: Deputy Kaylene Strugnell for her dedication the Search and Rescue team as a Search and Rescue Coordinator and K9 Handler.

Sheriff’s Citation: Sgt. Jared Bussard for his extraordinary work on the Goat Mountain radio repeater project.

These achievements reflect their commitment to protecting our community. We would also like to recognize and thank all the Search and Rescue members for their dedication to our community.

12/06/2025

Lake County Search and Rescue and K-CORPS wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season. ⛄️🎄

11/21/2025

Do you know what the difference is for an Area Search and Rescue K9?

An Area Search and Rescue K9 is a specially trained dog whose primary job is to locate missing or lost people in large, open environments such as forests, parks, or wilderness areas.

Area K9s work off-lead and use airborne scent to detect any human in their search area. These dogs must meet strict state requirements which evaluate obedience, agility, scent-detection skill, search strategy, and the dog’s ability to reliably alert their handler to a find.

Handlers are responsible for navigation, searching their search area effectively, supporting their K9, communication, and safety.

Flankers are responsible for supporting the K9 team by looking out for hazards, navigation, communication, and watching the K9’s behavior if the Hander missed something.

A successful search relies on all these components and years of dedication and training.

11/17/2025

The Lake County Search and Rescue K9 team worked through the stormy weather creating real life scenarios in unique environments. They also practiced an emergency K9 carry out method which involves utilizing a sling to transport the K9.

Address

1375 Hoyt Avenue
Lakeport, CA
95453

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(707) 262-4200

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