• SMR’s selflessness ensured that a bad day for me didn’t become an even worse day for my family.

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  • You are true heroes!
    His wife and three girls get to enjoy many more years with their father thanks to you.
    Never underestimate the value of what you do.

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  • Seattle Mountain Rescue pulled me up the mountain and lowered me over a steep section on the other side. All while I was strapped in a sled. In a storm. And in the dark.

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  • I wouldn’t be here today if it was not for the selflessness of your members.

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  • I can't thank you and everyone else enough.
    We are all very fortunate to have people that are willing to donate their time and talent to others.

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  • Words are just not enough.
    You brought my son back to me.
    And for that I will be forever grateful.

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Back Country
Search and Rescue

Seattle Mountain Rescue is a volunteer organization of experienced alpinists dedicated to saving lives in all seasons through search, rescue, and mountain safety education. Founded in 1948, SMR is one of the oldest volunteer mountain rescue teams in the United States and a trusted partner in the region’s emergency response system. Our mission is that everyone comes home from the back country.

SMR is a fully-accredited founding member of the Mountain Rescue Association.