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Can I volunteer for Search and Rescue?

I live in Eastern, PA. I'm 15 (6'2", 160 pounds, good physical condition) in good, and I have a good amount of knowledge in navigation and orientation and a little in wilderness first aid. I really want to join as I sometimes almost feel obligated to help those in need. But I have three questions. Can I join at my age? Do they provide training? And do they provide transportation? I know the last one is probably know, but I would probably really need transportation. Not so much for the meetings and trainings, but for the actually real deal. Thanks.

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1. Check into the Civil Air Patrol. They do Search and Rescue, among other things. I am sure that there is a branch by you.
My son joined when he was 15, and he loves it!

Good luck!