Superior Search and Rescue 101 with President Darian Reed - a podcast by Portage Health Foundation

In this edition of the Portage Health Foundation Podcast, we visit with Superior Search and Rescue (SSAR) President Darian Reed. In the podcast we talk in detail about everything happening with the non-profit organization that serves Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties. Below is an overview of what was discussed.

• Get a background on Darian Reed to learn what led him to join and now lead SSAR.


• Hear about the busy year that was 2021. It was the busiest year in recent memory for the organization in terms of calls.


• Hear about Reed’s vision for the future of Superior Search & Rescue.


• Discuss the organization’s drone program, which includes a new drone that came in thanks to $35,000 in grants and more in donations.


• The Mobile Command Center was revamped in 2021 with new technology thanks to a PHF Grant.


• Discussed training opportunities and a renewed focus on providing potentially life-saving training for SSAR volunteers.


• Went into detail on what Project Lifesaver is and how it works.

Reed is the first three-time guest on the PHF Podcast. He was previously featured in November 2021 talking about #GivingTuesday and in November 2020 talking about #GivingTuesday.

The PHF Podcast can be found wherever you listen to podcasts including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast and more. Learn more about Portage Health Foundation at phfgive.org and about Superior Search & Rescue at superiorsar.org. 

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