Oswego County Pioneer Search and Rescue

10/24/2026

Five search and rescue teams from our region gathered today for a mock search to hone their skills in navigation, patient care, K-9's, drone use, communications, and search management. Many of the participants joined a few weeknight training sessions leading up to the search to practice search planning.
Oswego County Pioneer Search and Rescue
Wilderness Search and Rescue Team
Massasauga Search and Rescue Team
Blueline Search and Rescue
Cayuga County Highland Search and Rescue
New York Federation of Search and Rescue Teams

10/20/2026

Congratulations Trooper Connors! Your dedication is amazing!

Please join us in congratulating Trooper Kevin P. Conners of Troop D on receiving a Superintendent’s Letter of Commendation for his dedication and perseverance during a missing person investigation.

In the weeks following an extensive search near Chittenango Falls State Park, Trooper Conners continued reviewing information and identifying areas that warranted another look. His careful analysis, knowledge of the terrain, and search experience ultimately led him to locate the missing individual, bringing answers to a grieving family.

As a bloodhound handler, Trooper Conners understands the importance of every missing person search. His commitment reflects the care and determination our members bring to serving others.

Thank you, Trooper Conners, for your dedication to this family and the community.

10/18/2026

Oswego County Pioneer Search and Rescue Congratulates all who passed the New York State NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Search and Rescue Crew Boss Course. The 16 hour Forest Ranger led course certifies leaders to take a Crew on a field assignment. In order to take the course, members need to be proficient in navigation, survival, taken ICS courses, First Aid, CPR, and have leadership skills beforehand. Pictured are Rob Drabot, Russ Goodwin, and David Powers from OCSAR along with Ron Simmons from Wilderness Search and Rescue Team. Nice job guys! In total, 18 searchers from New York State New York Federation of Search and Rescue Teams took the course.

10/11/2026

Come see us this Tuesday evening at the West Monroe Volunteer Fire Department for their annual fire safety night from 6-8pm. Parking at Greenview.

Coming soon - Community Fire Safety Night!

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Parking at Greenview Country Club, 20 Whig Hill Road, West Monroe, with shuttles to the fire station

10/07/2026

Oswego County Pioneer Search and Rescue was activated to aid in the search of the missing 8 year old in Tioga County. We are grateful she was found safe.

10/06/2026

Help your kiddos be prepared with "Hug A Tree" by Oswego County Search and Rescue. Oct. 10th 1pm in the Community Room.

10/02/2026

Getting the word out on Project Lifesaver and NASAR Hug-a-Tree at Maroun Elementary open house.

Project Lifesaver International Headquarters
National Association for Search and Rescue
New York Federation of Search and Rescue Teams

09/30/2026

Oswego County Oswego County Pioneer Search and Rescue is at Fairgrieve Elementary School Open House demonstrating Hug-a-Tree woods safety practices and Project Lifesaver Search and Rescue program

09/24/2026

Come see us this Saturday at the Altmar Fish Hatchery Open House from 9-3:30.

Join DEC and local conservation organizations at the 27th Annual Open House at Salmon River Fish Hatchery in Altmar, NY (Oswego County). Enjoy rare, behind-the-scenes tours with hatchery staff (the only day we offer these to the public!), tie a fly with Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing volunteers, and go on a sensory nature walk with Oswego Soil & Water Conservation District. There will also be food available in support of the Altmar Volunteer Fire Department.

Guests will also have an opportunity to talk with representatives from Tug Hill Commission, Tug Hill Tomorrow, Trout Unlimited, Oswego County Federation of Sportsman, National Turkey Federation, St. Lawrence and Eastern Lake Ontario PRISMs, and more!

📍 Salmon River Hatchery, 2133 County Route 22, Altmar, NY
📆 Saturday, September 26
🕘 9 AM – 3:30 PM
💫 FREE
🐟 Tours run 10 AM through 3 PM and are first-come, first-served.

For accessibility and more information, contact DEC Educator Betsy Ukeritis at 315-314-0768 or [email protected].

09/22/2026

Stop by and see us this morning at the Lake Ontario Conference Center at Senator Ryan's Rural Health Fair. Learn about Project Lifesaver and other valuable services in our community. We're here until noon.