Membership for 2023 is now CLOSED
Thank you for your interest in Kauai Search and Rescue. KSAR Membership is open to all persons who meet the requirements. We hold onboarding events twice a year for prospective members, once in the Spring and again in the Fall. Our Spring onboarding event is now closed. If you are interested in joining we will hold onto your application for the following onboarding event.
As a first responder volunteer organization, maintaining public trust and operating safely are our top priorities. For the protection of our members and the communities we serve, all volunteers/members are subject to a criminal background check and must obtain CPR/First Aid certifications. In order to be a field-deployed volunteer/member, you must pass a SARTECH II exam under the National Association of Search and Rescue certification guidelines (NASAR, nasar.org) and complete KSAR's fitness test.
All new members are subject to final approval by the KSAR Board of Directors.
instructions (please read carefully)
Once you have completed the online application below, you will receive an email with instructions on how to submit the following documentation. The application process is not complete until you receive a confirmation email from KSAR.
Release of Information
Background Check
Resume or Personal History Statement
Waiver of Liability
Code of Conduct
A copy of your DD-214 or NGB22 (if prior military)
Initial dues of $110 via check or cash (receipt given). If any problems arise and the application is not accepted, the initial dues will be refunded. Financial hardship scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis, please contact logistics@kauaisar.com for more information.
Please note: The KSAR Board may require additional information in some cases. If required, you will be notified and given instructions on how to complete this process.
ELIGIBILITY
Membership is obtained without regard to race, gender, color, religion, disability, ethnic or sexual orientation.
Minimum 18 years of age
US citizen or legal resident
No unfit offenses as determined by the KSAR Board
disqualifications to membership
Any criminal history that indicates you have been convicted of a felony offense, criminal fraud, or other objectionable behavior
Registered sex offender
Military discharge other than an Honorable Discharge
New Membership Application form
Please complete the following information below and you will be contacted by our Membership Team for the next steps.
For questions regarding the application and membership process, please contact: logistics@kauaisar.com
Thank you for your time and interest in Kauai Search and Rescue!
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