On October 16th, the world famous Sierra Madre Search and Rescue team held a very well attended open house to celebrate their 60th anniversary. Local dignitaries turned out to honor the team. I’ll be posting a second gallery of photos taken by Dr. Bill White very soon. Enjoy the gallery below the video of SMSR FAQ.
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- Winch demonstration
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Tools of the trade and other memorabilia
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- Tools of the trade
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- Tools of the trade
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- Tools of the trade
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Presentation for kids on what to do if lost in the wilderness
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- Tools of the trade
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- More tools
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- Search dog booth was popular
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- Incident map
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Photos from the past were on display
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- Mayor Buchanan chats with team member
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- Members of other local teams showed up (some were heading out on a search)
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- Susan McCreary gets ready to start the presentation of the proclamations
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- Assemblyman Tim Donnelly’s rep. Steve Johnson presents State Assembly proclamation to Team Pres. Larry Smith
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- Mayor Buchanan said a few words on behalf of the City
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- Assemblyman Anthony Portantino presents another Assembly proclamation
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- Assemblyman Anthony Portantino at Sierra Madre Search and Rescue 60th Anniversary, News Net file photo
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- Rep. from CalEMA (CA Emergency Management Agency)
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- Rep. from LASD
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- Susan McCreary talks to the crowd
