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Join Fremont County Search & Rescue (FCSAR) 

The FCSAR is always seeking new members who are committed to serving the community. To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria: 

MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

- Age:  Senior Members: 21 years or older; Junior Members: 16 to 21 years old 

- Must have reliable transportation 

- Must pass a background check (felony convictions result in ineligibility) 

APPLICATION PROCESS

  1. Click here or on the button at the bottom of the page to access the FCSAR application package.

  2. Complete and submit the forms:

    1. Fill out all required information, including the background check details.

    2. Submit via email to sar@co.fremont.id.us or hand-deliver it to an FCSAR board member. 

  3. Schedule a board meeting attendance: Contact the Unit Commander (phone number listed below) to arrange attendance at an FCSAR board meeting (held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM at 331 W. 1st S., St. Anthony). 

  4. Board review:

    1. If the board members recommend the applicant, they forward the completed background check to the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office.

    2. If not recommended, the Unit Commander will inform the applicant. 

  5. Background check approval: If the applicant passes the background check, the applicant must attend the next monthly FCSAR business meeting (held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 PM at 331 W. 1st S., St. Anthony).

  6. Membership introduction: The applicant will introduce themselves to the full FCSAR membership, sharing a brief background summary and their reasons for joining. Members may ask the applicant additional questions. 

  7. Membership vote: The applicant steps out while the membership votes on acceptance in to the unit as a probationary member.

  8. Probationary period: If accepted, the applicant becomes a probationary member and must complete 140 service hours, consisting of: 

   - 55 hours of searches 

   - 44 hours of activities 

   - 12 hours of training 

   - 9 hours of meetings 

   - 20 hours of cleaning/maintenance (FCSAR building and equipment) 

9. Final membership vote – Upon completion of the probationary hours, the membership votes on upgrading the applicant to senior or junior unit member status. 

To complete your FCSAR Membership Application:

  1. Click the button above to access and edit the membership application form in PDF format, ensure all required fields are completed.

  2. Visit the FCSAR Forms page to download the Bylaws and Code of Conduct documents.