The SAR Take
Episodes
Paul Carson - A memorial trip through the history of fallen comrades
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Carson has an awesome story to tell and in this episode i let him tell it. Paul is a very experienced paramedic who recently went on a very long ...
CPR Lecture - Not training or medical advice
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BACK! Again….. Thank you everyone who keeps checking for new episodes and keeps checking out all the content i have available. My goal is to help an...
Fred Denniger - Running a SAR Tech course, the variety of SAR jobs, the whole military experience
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a minute (classic) please listen to the first few min, no sponsorship.I’m still here, i respond to all emails on [email protected] an...
Paul Comeau - Military life, flying, lessons learned, and advice for anyone
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Comeau and I chat about his military career and what he has learned along the way. We also chat about SAR, what the flying life is all about, and...
Joe Stalteri - Rescue stories, good chat, and should you join the military?
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This was originally recorded in 2021 and in honour of one of our fallen; Alfred Bar (R.I.P Mar 08/2017). We talk about life, joining the military, and...
Jigs and Reels - Rescue stories with Cookie and a chat about life in the military
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Im back! This time with some funny stories from Cookie, a SAR Tech from course 42. My episodes are sporadic but I've appreciated the on going sup...
Don Adams - What is Medical Phase, how to be successful, advice on pre SAR experience
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Don Adams, the lead instructor for the Canadian SAR Tech Basic Medical Course, to explore the critical medical phase ...
Donnovan Ball - What life is like at different SAR shops, how can you prepare for selection and much more
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here I am sharing a conversation I had with SAR Tech Donnovan Ball. From course 45, Donnovan is an experienced SAR Tech and has operated at many shops...
Show Update - Was has been going on?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I must start by thanking everyone for sticking with the show and showing support by listening and sharing with others. I'm posting a quick few mi...
Kiernan Underwood - Invictus Games athlete, ultra runner, veteran
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I apologize for the large gap between episodes its just a crazy time of year. I'll do my best to continue 1 per month. Thank you for being patien...
EveryDay Operator - A comprehensive training program to cover all the human performance bases
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This workout program can honestly be used by anyone: if the template is followed, and you scale appropriately, you will get fit. You do not need to hi...
Tony Issacs - SAR selection process changes and risks in aviation
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I share my conversation with Tony Issacs, a SAR Tech from course 21. In this chat, we share some changes that have come to SAR over the years. We also...
Everyday Operator Fitness Program
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Everyday Operator Fitness Program: Elevating Your Performance for Life's DemandsAre you ready to enhance your fitness routine and meet th...
Keith Mitchell - Rescue story and some insights to the SAR world
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here is a conversation with Keith Mitchell, a retired SAR Tech of many years. Keith is a well-respected member of the SAR community and was awarded th...
Helen Halliday - Honorary Colonel of 435 SAR talks life, leadership and the role Honorary Colonel plays in the community
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I had the opportunity to record a conversation with 435's Honorary Colonel. The conversation went in many different directions as we talked about...
Plane Crash with 10 People - High Wind Operational Jump at Night
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
435 Rescue Squadron out of Winnipeg MB Dispatched 3 SAR Techs to jump into a plane crash 300km North of Yellowknife at night, in a blizzard. The SAR T...
Workout Series #12 - Ruck Prep
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Max distance ruck in 90 Minutes (45/30) up to (75/55)*Every 10 minutes, complete 20x Push up with pack onI would wear the same pack as a treadmill tes...
Anthony Bullen - Rescue Story and selection talk
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Bullen was awarded the Meritorious Service Cross for a mission out of Gander, NFLD. The MSC recognizes a military deed or activity that has be...
Workout Series #11 - Legacy PT Test Prep 3
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
0:00 - 10:00Every minute on minute do 2 burpees*every minute add 2 burpees (the last round is 20 burpees)10:00-27:00Run 1 mile (aim under 7min to meet...
Workout Series #10 - Bradley
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
10 rounds for time of:100-m sprint10 strict pull-ups100-m sprint10 burpeesRest 30 seconds100 pullup total and 100 Burpees with 2km of running. This sh...
Workout Series #9 - Legacy PT Test prep 2
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AMRAP 20min (as many rounds as possible)200m runMax unbroken strict Pull-up200m Max unbroken body weight Bench (or pushups or 135 bench)Immediately in...
Workout Series #8 - Legacy PT Test prep
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Run a clock:Run 1.5 milesThen do as many rounds as possible of:5 strict pullup10 pushups20 lunges30 situps@25min stop and Rest@30min Start over@55min ...
Workout Series #7 - Selection training
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
600 step-ups to 20"*every 2min do 5 heavy ground to shoulder or put on/off heavy rucksack (80 pounds) There are fitness programs for training ...
Workout Series #6 - Volume Training and Hard Effort
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Warm UpBB complex: Romanian Deadlift + Bent-over Row + Hang Clean + Front Squat +Push Press + Back Squat2 sets of 10 reps each @ 75lb2 sets of 8 reps...
Workout Series #5 - High Intensity running and burpees
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every 2 minutes:200m run5 Burpees*add 2 burpees every round until you are unable to complete the work in the 2 min blockMy score: 19 Burpee into the r...
Paul Adams - Off duty STARS pilot finds plane crash and effects Rescue with a student flying
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I had a short but unique opportunity to talk to Paul Adams about a Rescue close to Winnipeg, MB. The episode doesn't have an audio intro so you c...
Gabriel Pintal Godin - Return guest talks about first year at shop and epic Rescue Mission
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Gabriel Pintal-Godin, who was one of the guys who spoke on this show while they were on course, and talked about the first year at the...
Workout Series #4 - Bear Crawls: Just Wait Until There's Snow
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For Time:1-mile run100 push-ups100 meter bear crawl1-mile run100 meter bear crawl100 push-ups1-mile runThis workout gives you the feel of a small &quo...
Workout Series #3 - Training for Rucking, Running and Deep Snow
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For Time1,000 Box Step-Ups (20 in)Wear a Ruck Pack (45/35 lb)Complete 1,000 Weighted Box Step-Ups as fast as possible (“For Time“). Use a 20-inch ...
EMERGENCY PODCAST - APPLICATIONS
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a quick explanation of important information regarding applying to SAR (and other trades) this year. This episode will answer questions for pe...
Workout Series #2 - An idea on volume a candidate should be capable of
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a new series where I will give some workouts for people to do. The idea is you can do the workout just for fun, or if you are thinking about S...
Workout Series #1 - Workouts to help gauge your fitness level for Selection
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a new series where I will give some workouts for people to do. The idea is you can do the workout just for fun, or if you are thinking about S...
Doer Of Deeds - How to craft a valuable life, what are some positives of a military lifestyle
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I share an open conversation between myself and Troy. Troy is a very accomplished person with a deep military resume (pathfinder, US Ranger, Sky...
Mack Cook - Using Drones for Search and Rescue
01 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy this unique episode I have prepared for today. Mack Cook is a Navigator in the military but is currently a key player in the Forces adopting dro...
George Beatteay - National Champ
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
George Beatteay is a SAR Tech with quite a laundry list of accolades and accomplishments. Succinctly: Pilot, becomes Sar Tech, goes to worlds for cano...
Brad Nisbet - Operational Jump in the High Arctic
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Theres an episode called "ops jump with Brad Nisbet" but the uploader put the wrong audio clip. This is the proper one!!Welcome to this epis...
Nick Turner & Ryan Morris
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The SAR Take, I sit down with Nic Turner and Ryan Morris to discuss the path to becoming a Search and Rescue Technician (SAR Tech) ...
Rescue of a New York Firefighter
25 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I had the opportunity to sit with a coursemate and hear about an interesting recent Rescue. It's worth listening to the start of the episode wher...
CPR Review
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I approached this one in a different format that I think some will enjoy. I was privy to a CPR lecture by an excellent instructor who has taught in th...
#44 USAF Combat SAR
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I realized a mistake I made and uploaded the wrong audio file. This is fixed now, my apologies.Join a SERE specialist, Herc Pilot, and American PJ as ...
#42 President of the Pararescue Association of Canada
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with the President of the Pararescue Association of Canada. The Pararescue Association...
#41 How to Train for Selection
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a bonus episode where another SAR Tech and I talk about ideas and concepts that relate to training for selection. None of these are concrete a...
#40 Jason Maloney
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anytime you can sit with a SAR Tech from Gander you know you can get a good mission story. Jason is from course 50, is a team leader on the Cormoran...
#39 Paul Jackman
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The following is a conversation with Paul Jackman. As many SAR Techs are, Paul was very reluctant to record for the show. We agreed on sharing a prett...
#38 Louis & Troy
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here is an excellent recall of a recent SAR case involving an experienced canoer trip's encounter with a bear. Ultimately the SAR Techs jump in t...
#37 Christian Morissette
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christian is an excellent storyteller and SAR Tech from course 42. This conversation included mission stories, philosophy, selection advice, and more....
#36 Rovic
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
NOMAD Air has been instrumental in training SAR Techs to parachute over the past several years. The primary pilot, Rovic, has become an ipso facto cel...
#35 Louis Labrecque
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A great conversation about SAR missions as well as the logistics of training and conducting SAR in Canada. Thank you everyone for sharing, enjoy!Don&...
#34 Darryl Cattell
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I am extremely excited to release this episode. I got the chance to sit with CWO Darryl Cattell and chat about a variety of things. One big thing we d...
#33 Dan Bodden
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Bodden is a SAR Tech from course 40 and is doing a bike ride to raise money for Wounded Warriors.BBR22: 100 Days to VictoryThe Canadian Corps woul...
BoxTop 22
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The following is a 1st hand account from the Pilot of the boldest and most massive air disaster rescue mission ever undertaken by the Canadian militar...
#32 Course 54
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The current SAR course is just over halfway through its training before heading to the units. I had the opportunity to sit with a few of the guys on t...
#31 The Worlds Toughest Endurance Race
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stony Smith is a friend of mine who goes way back. He is a really unique individual with whatever gene it is that makes us do crazy things. In this ep...
Mass Casualty Rescue
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a clip we caught while interviewing a SAR Tech a while back. It is a great story of managing multiple casualties as well as agencies and rescu...
#30 SSO SAR - Jonny Coffin
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
SSO Sar is the Senior Staff Officer and is the link between the non-commissioned ranks of SAR and the generals who sign all the paperwork. A very inte...
Our Fallen - Alfred Barr
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
5 years ago, on the date of publishing, Al Barr died in a parachuting incident. Such a unique, gifted, and dedicated SAR Tech who was taken well befor...
Our Fallen - Mark Salesse
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sgt. Mark Salesse, 44, who was based at CFB Winnipeg, was swept off the Polar Circus ice-climbing route in Banff National Park on Feb 5 2015 in an ava...
#29 Plane Crash Survivor
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is an incredibly powerful story with a lot to learn from. Today I sit down with a plane crash survivor to hear his take on the mission and learn ...
#28 Josh Adams
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We finally had the opportunity to chat with a "sweet" diver! And what a person we found. Josh Adams is a passionate and experienced clearanc...
SAR Selection PT Test
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is technically no longer called "selection" it is now "SAR Land Survival" but no doubt selection sounds cooler and is likely mo...
The Future of The SAR Take
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bk and I have a very engaging conversation about what has been going on in our worlds. We talk a lot about SAR and what's being going on in our A...
Our Fallen - Janick Gilbert
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On Oct 27th, 2011 Janick Gilbert, Max Lemay and Marco Journeyman parachuted into the Arctic to save 2 hunters. An extremely challenging mission with m...
#27 Trenton Rescue
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently, 424 responded to a plane crash. This was a unique rescue in the sense that it was very close to an airport with multiple agencies involved. ...
The 1st 25 Years of SAR
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
***The script is owned by the ParaRescue Association of Canada.***A very condensed account of the first 25 years of SAR in Canada. It's quite int...
#26 Nick Meade
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the newest SAR Techs in Canada. It was our great pleasure to interview a graduate from course 53. We talk about each phase of the SAR course an...
First Mission Feels
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Next week we interview one of the newest SAR Techs in the trade from course 53! We talk about selection and every phase of the SAR Tech course. He has...
#25 Rob Coates
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we interviewed a very well-known and experienced SAR Tech. He flew operationally on all the aircraft we have and spent time at CFSSAR as well as...
Specialized Employment Fair
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a huge opportunity for all, please like and share with everyone you know! July 7th 2021, must RSVP by July 6thAre you a CAF member interested ...
#24 Chris Mckay
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Mckay is a SAR Tech from course 37, 1-800-RESCUE. Retired, Chris now co-owns TRS (Total Response Solutions) and trains people worldwide on Rescu...
#23 Show Update
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After a busy few months, Dylan and BK finally get a chance to sit down (over zoom) and chat about the future of The SAR Take. We chat a bit about life...
#22 Ollie and Greg
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A different twist to our regular show today, rather than a standard interview format I decided to simply record a conversation with a few SAR Techs I ...
#21 Chris Kopp
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Kopp is a veteran who started the medical training company CTOMS. He is also a retired SAR Tech! We mostly chat about his company and how Chris ...
Rescue Mission - Helicopter Close Call
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We interviewed a pilot a while back but this amazing story may have been lost in the middle of a long interview. Here is just the Mission story. While...
Our Fallen - Alfred Barr
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alfred Barr Course 49 died on March 8th, 2017 during a training event in Saskatchewan. It is important to remember our fallen for who they are as a pe...
#20 SAR Tech of the Year
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Born in Vic, BC joined the military in 2010 as a medic. 4 years in Edmonton before course 49! Started at 103 sqd Gander, and now working at 442 in Com...
Rescue Mission - Avalanche
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We had the opportunity to interview the SAR Tech of the year Nigel Donley. He shared many stories and we had an excellent chat. Here is a story behind...
#19 ELMO
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Here is our interview with the iconic John Elmes, an excellent and experienced SAR Tech who has been involved in many aspects of SAR for the past 25 y...
Rescue Mission - In Alaska with Elmo
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We interviewed a SAR Tech legend, Elmo, and what we realized was there was way too much information for one episode. In this episode, you will hear a ...
#18 Kevin Wallace
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we interview a guy with a 400lb bench. Kevin Wallace is from course 43 and we talk a lot about fitness. Kevin also shares some great Rescue stor...
#17 How To Apply
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In our second episode of "do something great," we go into detail with Chris about joining the military and changing trades. We talk about ke...
#16 Mike and Joel
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we interview 2 major roles in the SAR occupation medical training. With more than 60 years of combined experience, Mike and Joel share some ...
#15 OD
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we interviewed a SAR Tech who just retired after 24 years! Born and raised in Glace Bay, NS. Married to Nadine with a 6-year-old girl Zoe. J...
#14 Chris Maclean
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
New series! We are occasionally going to have episodes specific to our take on life and accomplishing goals. This series starts off with an introducti...
#13.1 PB part 2/2
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We really hope you enjoyed part 1 of this incredible guy's story. In part 2 we talk more about PB's involvement in Canadian Search and Rescu...
#13 PB part 1/2
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the 1st part of this 2 part series, we get the fortunate opportunity to chat with a very experienced helicopter pilot. This guy has such an incredi...
#12 Robar
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We had some audio difficulties so we apologize if the volume changes a lot.Today we are back chatting with Mark Robar, a very experienced SAR Tech tha...
#9 Dylan
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we chat with the creator and co-host of the show Dylan Weller. The next 2 episodes are mini-episodes to get to know the Hosts a little bette...
#8 Macco
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The SAR TakeIn this episode, we interview a long time SAR Tech about some of his experiences. We talk about instructing and different ways to teach a ...
#7 Marty
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode we chat with a skydive instructor from CPS (complete parachute solutions). We talk about parachuting at high altitudes including his reco...
#6 Matt
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The SAR Take episode #6This episode we chat with a mountain guide from Jasper, AB. Matt has numerous 1st ascents, established a lot of Alberta climbin...
#5 Eve Boyce
10 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we chat with Eve Boyce for a Mother day special! Happy mothers day to all the amazing mothers out there who make the world go around....
#4 - Chief
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we chat with the SAR Tech Occupation Advisor aka "The Chief of the Trade". We got a chance to talk about his personal life ...
#3 "Brando"
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview the SAR Tech of the year and talk about 2 amazing rescues. This was so much fun and we really hope you enjoy. Please sub...