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TMR – the Pioneering Advanced Life Support Mountain Rescue Unit
TMR is a classified ALS provider bringing full scope medical care to our patients in high angle and technical terrain in the Washington wilderness. We have 4 emergency physicians and paramedics working with TMRU, and another with Olympic Mountain Rescue. The goal is to have a network of wilderness trained physicians along the west coast of WA that can also provide mutual aid and improve our advanced medical coverage for all our missions. For more information and to sponsor this groundbreaking program visit www.mountainmedicine.us.
Tacoma Mountain Rescue is a Volunteer Charity.
Because TMR is a 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) charity with 0% admin costs we need just $20,000 per year to operate; providing search, rescue & recovery from Mt Adams to Mt Baker and mountain safety education throughout Washington State.
But to keep Tacoma Mountain Rescue running we do need to raise at least $20,000 a year – so we need you! Please donate online today or contact us about business sponsorship. On behalf of the next lives saved – thank you!
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians
An amazing group responsible for much of our life-saving equipment, search vehicles, gear, and operational funding.
The Ben Cheney Foundation
A long time supporter of Tacoma Mountain Rescue, the foundation has provided funds for both of our Rescue trucks.
Puget Sound Energy
These guys do more than deliver gas and electricity, their assistance in getting a second truck allows us to deliver people to where we are needed.
Outdoor Research
Thanks to Seattle based Outdoor Research for the great gear and great discounts you give TMR unit members.
Wet Coast
Thanks to Wet Coast Brewing Company who support TMR through events held at their wonderful Gig Harbor tasting rooms.
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As a charity, every year we struggle for funds for all the gear and stuff that keeps us ready to get to you on the mountain when you need us.
Tacoma Mountain Rescue Unit
1 hour ago
Tip of the hat to Portland Mountain Rescue. They take the call and get the job done for the family of the unfortunate victim. Given the strange situation in Clackamas county, that makes you a classy operation PMR. Nice work. #savepmr
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Person found dead at 9,400 feet on Mount Hood in Oregon; crews try to recover body
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The sheriff's office initially said it was looking at the incident as a rescue after a call came in from a climber with Portland Mountain Rescue.Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Tacoma Mountain Rescue Unit
1 day ago
Open to Longmire well ahead of schedule. Great news! Well done Mount Rainier National Park! www.nps.gov/mora/learn/news/mount-rainier-national-park-reopens-after-february-mudslides-blocked-... ... See MoreSee Less
Mount Rainier National Park Reopens After February Mudslides Blocked Access - Mount Rainier National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
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Flooding, mudslides, and damage to several roads in and around Mount Rainier National Park forced closure of all winter vehicle entrances in early February. Today, the park is pleased to announce that...Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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Well, my weekend plans just changed ❤️
Good to hear 👍😀😊
Elham Ramirez
Tacoma Mountain Rescue Unit
1 day ago
It's real easy to die in Washington from a sprained ankle. Take the 10 essentials, leave a plan with friends or take a communication device that works! (bit.ly/2v1k3YB). One tough and lucky guy.
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Runner crawled for 8 hours in sub-freezing temperatures after injuring his leg on mountain trail
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Joseph Oldendorf was injured on the Duckabush River Trail in the Olympic National Park, Washington. Crawling on the trail made his knees so raw, he said he put his shoes over them for protection.Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on Linked InShare by Email
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I thought we were going to have to order up multiple mountain rescue units to get him out of there. I’m glad We were able to get a Coast Guard helicopter.
It appears to have been more than a sprained ankle -- on the news this afternoon I heard broken ankle and then broken leg but per the CNN article "Joseph Oldendorf told CNN affiliate KIRO. Oldendorf said his tibia became detached, keeping him on his hands and knees". Not sure what his tibia was detached from -- essentially a dislocated ankle? dislocated knee? anywho, the original point remains, losing mobility in some fashion can be fatal.
Tacoma Mountain Rescue Unit
3 days ago
With Rainier closed, TMR were training at Alpental today. Awesome day out. ... See MoreSee Less
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Hey folks, what kind of permission do you need from Alpental to train on their slopes? Do you need to be a member or buy a lift ticket?