DOGS-East

Welcome to the website of DOGS-East Search and Rescue. DOGS-East is a professional volunteer wilderness Search and Rescue organization serving primarily the Mid-Atlantic Region and on-call for natural disasters in the continental United States.

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Upcoming Events

Calendar integration coming later — for now, here are featured upcoming items.

Mar 12

Monthly Training Day

Skills refresh, field practice, and team coordination.

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Apr 02

Community Outreach

Meet the team and learn how SAR operations work.

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Apr 20

Fundraiser / Support Drive

Help support equipment, training, and response readiness.

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Get Involved

Join the Team

See requirements, expectations, and onboarding steps.

Volunteer info

Support the Mission

Donations and partnerships help keep the team ready.

How to donate

Partner With Us

Coordinate training, outreach, or local events.

Reach out

DOGS-East Policies & Standards

Site content is continuously updated to reflect the latest DOGS-East policies, standards, and information for new and existing members.

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Emergency Resource Notice

DOGS-East Search & Rescue is an emergency resource for missing persons.

If you have an emergency, contact your local authorities or call 911. If you are a state agency and need our assistance, contact the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) at (804) 674-2400.

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