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A volunteer organization dedicated to saving lives through search, rescue, and mountain safety education

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Safety Education

Building safer communities through hands-on outdoor safety education

For Individuals

We offer free safety education classes throughout the year for anyone looking to build skills and confidence in the outdoors. Our sessions focus on practical decision-making, preparation, and real-world scenarios you may encounter in Idaho’s backcountry.

For Groups

We offer safety education for schools, outdoor groups, businesses, and community organizations. We can tailor content to your group’s experience level, environment, and goals.
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Upcoming Classes

UPCOMING CLASS

Backcountry Basics

Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00pm
2519 S Federal Way, Boise

Learn about trip planning, ten essentials, and what to do in an emergency

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UPCOMING CLASS

Plan Like a Pro

Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:00pm
2519 S Federal Way, Boise

Learn about modern trip planning with digital tools and how to help us help you in an emergency

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UPCOMING CLASS

Inside Search & Rescue: What Happens When You Need Help

Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00pm
2519 S Federal Way, Boise

 

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Classes We Offer

Learn about trip planning, ten essentials, and what to do in an emergency.

Learn about modern trip planning with digital tools and how to help us help you in an emergency.

Learn how to use a GPS, map, and compass for backcountry navigation.

Explains how SAR operates in Idaho and what to expect if you’re involved in an emergency in the backcountry. 

Teaches children how not to become lost in the woods, and what to do should they become lost.

We are not accepting applications at this time

We anticipate opening applications in winter of 2026 for a March 2027 academy. Details will be posted on this page.

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