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On the eighth day of Christmas, TCSAR gave to me… perspective.
TCSAR volunteers always stress the importance of being prepared, practiced and present in the backcountry. But they also understand that sometimes, people will face plant—that everyone makes mistakes, no matter how skilled or experienced. Perspective is yet one more reason why the volunteers are able to respond with humility and compassion for those who need their help.
On the seventh day of Christmas, TCSAR gave to me… hover time.
Whether in the helicopter or by a harness, there’s nothing like a quality hover, as volunteer Andrew Armington’s son, Fitz, can attest. Setting an example for his younger sister, Lily, Fitz likes to test out his dad’s SAR gear, while mom Erin flies high as the superhero behind the scenes keeping everything together when Andrew is out on a rescue or training.
On the sixth day of Christmas, TCSAR gave to me… a helping hand.
The past two years have been the busiest ever for TCSAR. In 2021 and 2022, the team was called 228 times, with the volunteers actively entering the field on nearly 150 missions.
But here’s the thing: Instead of tiring from an increased callout volume, the volunteers have ramped up their enthusiasm for helping others in need.
