the group after the competition.
Another successful Rescue 3 international IT meeting down. A few weeks ago, Rescue 3 instructors from the U.S. and abroad gathered at the Nantahala Outdoor Center for a week of classes, networking, and curriculum development. The folks at the NOC provided a great atmosphere for the meeting. It sure was fun and informative to have all that knowledge gathered in one place. This years conference had a rescue relay competition and team Sierra Rescue blew the competition out of the water. Participants had to move through a challenge course consisting of shallow water crossing, throwbagging, boat flip management, and swimming.
Like the conferences of past years, several instructors made presentations, and awards were given out by Rescue 3. Many participants brought good information and questions to the table. The collaboration of instructors from across the world led to a discussion as to the future of the world of rescue, and how Rescue 3 fits into that future.
Rescue Competition from the 2014 Rescue 3 international conference
Next year the conference will return to Northern California to the home turf of Rescue 3 and the regional training provider Rescue 3 West. Classes will be held up on the South fork of the American river and on Lake Folsom. A variety of courses will be offered ranging from Inland rescue swimmer to Techinical rope rescue. Aside from the courses, the team competitions will be a highlight. At Seirra rescue, we’re hoping to step up the level of competition for the 2015 ‘rescue olympics.’
See ya there!