In Memorium: Alyson Hart

It is with great sadness we share the news of Alyson Hart’s passing. She was a pillar of CARDA since joining in 1999 – searcher, Board member, Training Group Leader, Sponsor, Evaluator, representative to California Office of Emergency Services Committees. We pass along the words from her husband Andrew Rateaver: […]

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Certification News: “Catbird” and Naomi Harada

Congratulations to “Cat” and Naomi Harada for passing their large source cadaver recertification test. We appreciate all the hard work and dedication. “Cat” and Naomi are also members of the Marin County Sheriff, Contra Costa County Sheriff and Alameda County Sheriff Search and Rescue teams. Great job! CARDA

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Certification News: “Pneumo” and Juanita Smith

Congratulations to “Pneumo” and Juanita Smith for passing their annual human remains detection recertification. We appreciate all your hard work and dedication. “Pneumo” and Juanita are also members of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff Search and Rescue team. Well done and safe searching, CARDA

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Certification News: “Decker” and Anne Goldsmith

Congratulations to “Decker” and Anne Goldsmith for passing their initial human remains detection certification. We all understand the hard work and dedication required to become fully certified. Anne and “Decker” are also members of the Yuba County Sheriff Search and Rescue team. Well done and safe searching, CARDA

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