CARDA Peabody Award: This annual award recognizes an outstanding member who exemplifies what it means to be a great representative of and contributor to CARDA. All active members are eligible and any active member may submit a nomination. Nominees could be a sponsor, an evaluator, a Board Member, a handler, a dispatcher, a mentor, […]
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Congratulations to Kathy Albrecht: Winner of the 2024 CARDA Lifetime Achievement Award
CARDA Lifetime Achievement Award: This annual award also recognizes a member or members who exemplify what it means to be an outstanding CARDA member and who has also made significant contributions to CARDA’s success over an extended period of time (typically longer than 20 years). Kathy has been a member of CARDA since 2009, certifying dogs in […]
Read MoreCertification News: “Journey” and Eloise Anderson
Congratulations to Eloise Anderson and Journey for passing their human remains detection recertification test. We all understand what a huge commitment it is to remain certified. We commend you on your efforts and dedication. Eloise is also a member of the Contra Costa Sheriff Search and Rescue Team. Safe Searching! […]
Read MoreCertification News: Mike Pott
Congratulations to Mike Pott for re-certifying as a Ground Searcher for CARDA. We appreaciate your hard work and dedication. Mike is also a member of the El Dorado County Sheriff Search and Rescue team. Thank you, CARDA
Read MoreCertification News: “Rowdy” and Maya Conrad
Congratulations to Maya Conrad and “Rowdy” for passing their type 4 disaster mission ready test. We all understand what a huge commitment it is to become mission ready. We commend you on your efforts and dedication to saving lives and reducing suffering. I believe this is the first CARDA team […]
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