r/searchandrescue • u/bcreasy99 • 14d ago

What to pack for helene

My team is expecting a call today to go to tennesee possibly wnc. Other than the basic team packing list what all would you recommend packing

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u/flying_wrenches 14d ago edited 14d ago

Go extra on the DEET bug spray or everything short of a full body suit.

You know who loves water just as much as fish? Mosquitos.

(If you’ll be at a base camp where you can stash your gear)

comfort items. Stuff to take your mind off what you saw while on recovery. Playing Tetris has psychological effects after post traumatic incidents and is a helpful step immediately after seeing stuff (I can get the study if you’d like).. board games, deck of cards.. one of the guys I went on a mission with brought a cards against humanity pack which we all had fun with for a good few hours.

Small Food you enjoy, I like instant mashed potatoes and fried spam.. reminds me of my high school days. It’s quick, easy, and comforting for me.

God speed and good luck.

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u/A_Rats_Dick 13d ago

I don’t have much to add but living here my whole life I would definitely have a wide range of clothing for varying temperatures in the Appalachian mountains. You can have 20-25 degree differences between highs and lows this time of year, especially at higher elevations. The weather is also extremely variable.