Benton County – Search & Rescue Organizations

As with any organization, our strength is in our members who are a ready and skilled resource, and who make themselves available literally within minutes of emergency notification.

Search & Rescue Volunteer Organizations

Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) - Meets the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm, call for meeting locations.

Benton County Sheriff's Mounted Posse (Posse) - The general meeting is held the first Monday of each month, 6:30pm at the Fairgrounds Carriage House. Ride nights are every Monday night, except the 1st of each month, 6:00-10:00 pm at the Benton County Fairgrounds indoor arena.

Corvallis Mountain Rescue Unit (CMRU) - Meets the first Tuesday of the month at Benton County Public Works, 320 SW Avery, in the "Day Room" at 7:00 pm.

Mary's Peak Search and Rescue (MPSAR) - Meets the first Monday of each month at Benton County Public Works, 320 SW Avery, in the "Day Room" at 7:00 pm.

Benton County Tracking Unit (BCTU) - Quarterly meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 5:30 pm, EM office. ( July 13, 2010, Oct 12, 2010, Jan 11, 2011, Apr 12, 2011, July 12, 2011)