Congratulations to “Cat” and Naomi for passing their trailing recertification test. A great deal of work goes into achieving and maintaining proficiency, we appreciate all you do. “Cat” and Naomi are also members of the Alameda County Sheriff SAR, Marin County Sheriff SAR and Contra Costa County SAR teams. Well […]
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Congratulations to Eric Sheets: CARDA 2025 Lifetime Achievement award winner
Comments from Tracee Walker, CARDA President. “Our CARDA Lifetime achievement awards this year goes to a member that has served on the Board many years ago. He has been a TGL in the East Bay for along as I/Tracee have been around. He has been a dispatcher. He has worked […]
Read MoreCongratulations to Jan Friedrichsen: CARDA Peabody Award winner
Comments from Tracee Walker, CARDA President: “CARDA Peabody Award. One of this member’s most remarkable leadership qualities is her commitment to continual growth. She is described as self-less and dedicated with sustained excellence. She strives to be a lifelong learner without ego. Her persistence and work ethic have a profound […]
Read MoreCertification News: “Sherman” and Chelsea Swain
Congratulations to “Sherman” and Chelsea Swain for passing their wilderness air scent recertification test. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. “Sherman” and Chelsea are also members of the Nevada County Sheriff Search and Rescue team. Well done team! CARDA
Read MoreIn Memorium: Alyson Hart
It is with great sadness we share the news of Alyson Hart’s passing. She was a pillar of CARDA since joining in 1999 – searcher, Board member, Training Group Leader, Sponsor, Evaluator, representative to California Office of Emergency Services Committees. We pass along the words from her husband Andrew Rateaver: […]
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