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Training Materials
Basic Training Orientation Packet
Information surrounding basic training including membership requirements, training courses overview, and more.
2025 Parent Packet - Youth
Information for parents of youth members regarding training, requirements, and expectations.
Code of Conduct
King County Explorer Search and Rescue's offical document concerning personnel conduct.
48hr Pack List
Official gear list for a "48 hour" backpack, used in training and mission response.
Supplemental Mapwork
Review and practice mapwork problems similar to those used in training.
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Training Calendar
We strive to follow the established schedule; however, unforeseen circumstances may occasionally necessitate changes to the planned dates. While such instances are rare, they do occur. Please note that successful completion of all courses is required to complete basic training.
Course A: Orientation
Prerequisites:
- Sign Up for Course A
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Course A: Orientation | 9/2/26 | n/a |
| Course A: Orientation | 9/3/26 | n/a |
| Course A: Orientation | 9/8/26 | n/a |
| Course A: Orientation | 9/10/26 | n/a |
Meet The Team Hike
Prerequisites:
- Course A
- Completed Application
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Meet The Team Hike | 9/15/26 | TBD |
| Meet The Team Hike | 9/19/26 | TBD |
| Meet The Team Hike | 9/23/26 | TBD |
| Meet The Team Hike | 9/26/26 | TBD |
| Meet The Team Hike | 9/27/26 | TBD |
Course B: Map and Compass
Prerequisites:
- Course A
- Acceptance into 2026-27 Training Class
- Course Fee Paid ($250) - Do not make a course fee payment until you have successfully registered for Course B
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Course B: Map and Compass | 10/11/26 | TBD |
| Course B: Map and Compass | 10/17/26 | TBD |
| Course B: Map and Compass | 10/24/26 | TBD |
Introduction to Searcher First Aid
Prerequisites:
- Course B
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Searcher First Aid | 10/24/26 | TBD |
| Introduction to Searcher First Aid | 11/1/26 | TBD |
| Introduction to Searcher First Aid | 11/7/26 | TBD |
Course C: Search Theory and Field Practice
Prerequisites:
- Course B
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Searcher First Aid Introduction
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Course C: Search Theory and Field Practice | 11/7-11/8/26 | TBD |
| Course C: Search Theory and Field Practice | 11/21-11/22/26 | TBD |
| Course C: Search Theory and Field Practice | 12/5-12/6/26 | TBD |
Course I: Navigation Practice
Prerequisites:
- Course C
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Course I: Navigation Practice | 12/5-12/6/26 | TBD |
| Course I: Navigation Practice | 12/19-12/20/26 | TBD |
| Course I: Navigation Practice | 1/9-1/10/27 | TBD |
Advanced Searcher First Aid
Prerequisites:
- Course C
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Searcher First Aid | 12/12/26 | TBD |
| Advanced Searcher First Aid | 1/9/27 | TBD |
| Advanced Searcher First Aid | 1/16/27 | TBD |
Course II: Navigation Evaluation
Prerequisites:
- Course I
- Advanced Searcher First Aid
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Course II: Navigation Evaluation | 1/9-1/10/27 | TBD |
| Course II: Navigation Evaluation | 1/23-1/24/27 | TBD |
| Course II: Navigation Evaluation | 2/6-2/7/27 | TBD |
Course III: Mock Missions
Prerequisites:
- Course II
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Course III: Mock Missions | 2/27-2/28/27 | TBD |
| Course III: Mock Missions | 3/13-3/14/27 | TBD |
Operations Orientation
Prerequisites:
- Course III
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Orientation | March 2027 | TBD |
| Operations Orientation | March 2027 | TBD |
| Operations Orientation | March 2027 | TBD |
Graduation
Prerequisites:
- Course III
| Course Name | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Graduation | 4/18/2027 | TBD |