National Association for Search and Rescue

The National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR) is a national education association which offers training, certification, and advocacy for search and rescue professionals. Its interests include search management, incident command, basic water rescue, tracking, and wilderness medicine. NASAR is dedicated to the advancement of preparedness and skills; the development of improved equipment; and the standardization of equipment, skills and procedures.

 The NSP Board of Directors adopted a resolution providing for mutual cooperation with and support of the National Association for Search and Rescue. The NSP has a representative on NASAR's Program Advisory Board for wilderness medicine programs.

Visit NASAR's website for more information.