Search And Rescue Academy - 01/22/26

2026 Josephine County Search & Rescue Academy

REPORTING DEPUTY: M. Valdez

DETAILS: The Josephine County Sheriff’s Office Search & Rescue Division will be hosting its annual academy to train new SAR volunteers. The academy, held at 250 Tech Way, Grants Pass, OR, covers Basic Survival Skills, First Aid/CPR, Land Navigation, and more. Completion qualifies attendees as SAR volunteers.

COST: $55. Additional requirements include a background check, criminal history check, and personal equipment purchase.

The Academy runs Tuesday and Thursday evenings (6-9 PM), Saturdays (8 AM-5 PM) from February 17 to March 15.

For registration and details, click here.

Application deadline: February 13, 2026.

Questions? Email sar@josephinecounty.gov

Missing Person: Shaffer, Sarah (Photo) - 12/30/25

Missing Person

Name: Sarah Shaffer

Age: 42

Height: 5'6"

Weight: 159 lbs

Sex: Female

Hair: Blonde/Brown

Eyes: Blue

Information: Shaffer was last seen around Thanksgiving in the Selma area.  Shaffer has been known to change her hair color.  If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Sarah please call the Josephine County Sheriff's Office.

Case: 25-31011

Josephine County Sheriff's Office: 541-474-5123