Dartmoor Search and Rescue Tavistock celebrates 50 years
Dartmoor Search and Rescue Tavistock (DSRT) was founded 50 years ago after two army officer cadets, aged 22 and 28, ran into difficulties on the moor and tragically lost their lives. The team covers Dartmoor’s 365 square miles of tors, forests, reservoirs and mine shafts, plus the surrounding rural and urban areas too. Four Dartmoor search and rescue groups operate on Dartmoor 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, each team responsible for raising its own funds. All the members are volunteers and commit much time, effort and personal finance to provide constant cover. Without the continued generosity of the local community, the team would not be able to operate.
7th July
Dartmoor Rescue Group Family Fun Day
DSRT is holding a Family Fun Day at The Meadows in Tavistock as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. Adults and children are invited to come and enjoy a day of fun and games as the team displays its kit and invites the public to take a closer look at what DSRT does.
15th September
11 Tors walking challenge
This one-day annual event for teams of 4-6 covers 11 miles (or 5 miles on the family challenge) of Dartmoor’s challenging terrain. See www.dsrt-tavistock.org.uk for details.