The MCSO Search-and-Rescue team is a 100% volunteer organization whose role is to serve as a resource for Multnomah County search-and-rescue needs.

Multnomah County, OR
Joined October 2010
Teams are out of the field after a successful medical extraction of an injured hiker in the gorge. Thanks to Cascade Locks Fire
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Searchers are out of the field this Thanksgiving evening after a medical extraction of a hiker on steep and difficult off trail terrain. Thanks to Cascade Locks Fire, Crag Rats, and PNW for the support on extraction. Also thank you to AMR and the Green Hornets.
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Teams are in the field for 2 subjects who are off trail and unprepared for today's heat in the Columbia River Gorge. Remember to leave a route, bring water, and be prepared.
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Missing Endangered Person: Marcos Farah 82 Deputies are seeking help locating Marcos Farah, 82, of Tigard. Marcos was last seen on SW Pacific Highway (Hwy 99) near SW 68th Parkway at around 12:45 a.m. on February 12, 2025, heading towards Portland. Marcos is 5’ 4” tall and about 145 pounds with hazel-colored eyes and bald. Marcos was last seen wearing a plaid-colored button-up shirt, blue jeans, and black and white shoes. Marcos has a cognitive condition that will disorient him, and he is severely underdressed for the freezing conditions. If you have seen Marcos or have information on his whereabouts, please contact dispatch by calling 911.
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Teams are escorting two hikers down from an extremely rugged unmaintained user trail in the gorge. Follow us on BlueSky bsky.app/profile/mcsosar.bsk… #searchandrescue #sar #oregon #lostinoregon
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Teams are making their way out of the field now. 6 Teams, 50+ searchers, 700+ miles, 6.5 Everests of elevation gain in 16+ hours in the field
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Finding the southern footbridge on Larch Mtn Trail #441 being taken out by a fallen tree is a prime example of why we run these exercises. #sartraining #problemsolving #lostinoregon
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50+ volunteers on trail on 6 different teams today for our annual mock search. We'll be covering trails from Angels Rest to Oneonta today. #searchandrescue #sartraining #volunteering #lostinoregon
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MCSOSAR has spent 63+ years rescuing the lost, empowering youth, and serving the PNW. This #GivingTuesday, you can help us continue our mission. Your support makes a difference. Donate now at mcsosar.org/donate
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Teams have been on trail for multiple hours assisting an injured hiker out of the field
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Back to back overnight missions in the gorge, while also conducting survival and navigation training for our current class of recruits in between missions. 40+ volunteer searchers in the field through the weekend.
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Teams have been on trail overnight looking for an overdue hiker in the horsetail falls area
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Multnomah County SAR retweeted
Press Release: PPB Needs Public's Help Locating Missing Endangered Woman (Photo) Link: portlandoregon.gov/police/ne…
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Yesterday 54 volunteer searchers were on trail from 9am - Midnight, covering 81 miles of trail between Oneonta and Angels Rest. Routes ranged from 10 to 20 miles. Over 735 total miles hiked in.
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We will be training in the Multnomah Falls area this Saturday. Our new members are learning the trail system, identifying hazards, and searching for strategically placed "lost hikers" If you see one of our 6 teams on trail say hi and encourage them along their 10-16 mile routes
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Search teams have located and are escorting out an overdue higher who lost the trail in the snow near Nesmith Point
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Do you have what it takes? Come to one of our orientation meetings to learn about our program and 60+ year history as the primary SAR team for Multnomah County and the Oregon Columbia River Gorge
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Our ready team is staged in the gorge this weekend to help raise awareness and support everyone enjoying the weekend. Be prepared for the sun and heat, and don't forget to stay hydrated!
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Last week we celebrated the graduation of our 61st annual training class, we are a youth-led 100% volunteer #SAR organization. These remarkable individuals carry on a long legacy of service in our region. Congrats on completing your training and becoming part of the SAR family!
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One mission complete, a second is underway to extract an injured hiker in the gorge. #SearchAndRescue
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