Empowering Search and Rescue Teams
with Data-Driven Insights.

Transform critical first hours into successful rescues. Our app leverages over 150,000 SAR cases to provide data-driven guidance, tailored subject profiles, and real-time planning tools. Designed for both seasoned responders and first-time volunteers, it's your key to making every second count in search and rescue operations.

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Advanced Search & Rescue Assistance
At Your Fingertips

Harness the power of comprehensive data and refined algorithms to enhance your search and rescue operations. Our app provides immediate access to detailed subject profiles, intuitive planning tools, and real-time guidance, making it an indispensable tool for both experienced SAR teams and first-time responders.

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Comprehensive Subject Profiles
Detailed profiles for 41 subject categories, providing in-depth insights and characteristics based on Robert Koester's 'Lost Person Behavior'. These profiles are essential for understanding the behavior and likely actions of missing persons in various scenarios.
Advanced Strategic Planning Tools:
A suite of tools designed to aid in the planning and preparation of SAR operations. This includes tactical briefs, initial investigation tasks, interview questions, and reflex tasks, all aimed at formulating effective search strategies.
Data-Driven Statistical Analysis
Sophisticated statistical tools that offer critical data for SAR operations. Users can filter and analyze data based on specific criteria like ecoregion, terrain, and subject category, enabling precise and informed decision-making during search operations.

Enhanced SAR Capabilities

Streamline Your Search and Rescue Missions

Dive into a world where technology meets search and rescue expertise. Our app equips you with precise subject profiles, dynamic planning tools, and real-time analytics, ensuring you're always steps ahead in every mission. Enhance your response strategies with data-driven insights and collaborative features, tailored for the urgent needs of search and rescue operations.

Efficient Bookmarking

Bookmark frequently accessed subjects for quick reference, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.

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Information Sharing Capability

Easily share critical information with team members or across platforms via email, text, or social media.

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User Stories and Use Cases

Tailored experiences for various roles including SAR Team Leaders and Field Responders, ensuring relevance and efficiency.

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Tactical Briefs

Concise summaries of current search operation strategies and objectives, crucial for mission coordination.

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Initial Investigation Tasks

Lists early-stage critical tasks in a search operation like determining the IPP and gathering weather conditions.

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Interview Questions

Comprehensive questions to aid in gathering crucial information from witnesses or knowledgeable individuals.

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Investigation and Containment Tasks

Outlines investigative tasks and containment strategies for efficient management of SAR operations.

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Travel Corridor and High Probability Area Identification

Assists in identifying travel corridors and focusing efforts on high-probability areas for effective searches.

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Elevating Search and Rescue Operations.

Lost Person Behavior is an indispensable tool that bridges the gap between extensive research and real-time search operations. Leveraging insights from the renowned "Lost Person Behavior" publication by Robert Koester, we've transformed the precision and effectiveness of search and rescue missions.

I look for lost people for a living, and I need to know where to look so I can find them as soon as possible. So I analyze where they’re typically found to make future searches that much easier. Each of those stories helps future lost people to be found—so long as someone is collecting that data.

Robert Koester
Creator of Lost Person Behavior

Our Story

Our track record

Trusted by thousands of people worldwide

The cornerstore on Search and Rescue operations

Subject Profiles Available
41
Search Operations Assisted
15,000
Responders Using the App
22,000
Collected Incidents
150,000+

SAR Operations

Our Mission

Empowering Search and Rescue Teams with Precision Tools.

The core of every search and rescue mission is the unwavering goal to save lives. Our platform intricately enhances these missions by offering comprehensive insights into lost person behavior. By understanding the tendencies of missing individuals, responders are now better equipped than ever to make strategic decisions, leading to successful mission outcomes.

With 41 detailed Subject Profiles, our application delivers unparalleled search planning guidance, reflex tasks, tactical briefs, and sophisticated statistical models tailored for each scenario. Uncover essential tactics, expert advice, and vital data points that enhance and refine search operations.

Merging Robert Koester's expertise with cutting-edge tech solutions, Lost Person Behavior is the beacon for SAR operations. Whether you're conducting an initial investigation, setting containment boundaries, or identifying travel corridors, our platform provides the crucial tools and guidance for every phase of the operation.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Lost Person Behavior?
Lost Person Behavior refers to the typical patterns and actions of individuals who are lost. It's a crucial concept in search and rescue operations, helping to predict potential locations and actions of the lost person based on historical data and behavioral studies.
How does understanding Lost Person Behavior help in search and rescue?
Understanding Lost Person Behavior aids in forming effective search strategies by predicting the likely actions and movements of the lost person. This knowledge helps in narrowing down search areas and optimizing resource allocation during rescue operations.
What kind of data is used in analyzing Lost Person Behavior?
Data used in analyzing Lost Person Behavior includes historical search and rescue cases, geographical information, and demographic data of previously lost individuals, encompassing various scenarios like lost hikers, children, and individuals with cognitive impairments.
Can Lost Person Behavior be applied in any environment?
Yes, Lost Person Behavior principles can be applied in various environments, including urban areas, wilderness, mountainous regions, and bodies of water. Each environment has unique characteristics that influence the behavior of lost individuals.
Is the Lost Person Behavior app suitable for all types of SAR teams?
Absolutely, the app is designed to assist both experienced search and rescue teams and first-time responders, providing step-by-step guidance, subject profiles, and scenario-based planning tools.
How accurate are the predictions made by the Lost Person Behavior app?
The predictions are based on extensive data and research, making them highly reliable. However, as every search and rescue operation is unique, the app serves as a guide rather than a guarantee of the lost person's exact location.
Can the app be used in real-time during a search operation?
Yes, the app is designed for real-time use, providing immediate guidance and insights that are critical during the early stages of a search and rescue operation.
Is training required to use the Lost Person Behavior app?
While the app is user-friendly and intuitive, basic training or familiarity with search and rescue operations is beneficial for effectively utilizing its features.
Can the app integrate with other SAR tools and technologies?
The app is designed to complement other SAR tools and technologies, although specific integration capabilities may depend on the other tools and systems in use.
Is there a community or support network for users of the app?
Yes, there is a community and support network for app users, providing a platform for sharing experiences, tips, and best practices in search and rescue operations.