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The Larimer County Dive Rescue Team is a self-funded, all-volunteer water rescue organization. To keep LCDRT operating, we must rely on the local community for donations and support. Local support is paramount to the LCDRT existence and ability to properly train and equip its rescue professionals.
"These men and women are professionals who volunteer many hours and are on call for water rescue and recovery. We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated team of individuals.: - Rebecca Mudgett
"So Proud of Larimer County Dive Rescue, they have a rich history of assisting the citizens of Larimer County..Great job folks!!" - Ed Rupert
The Larimer County Dive Rescue Team (LCDRT) is comprised of civilians and personnel from various emergency response agencies located within Larimer County. The Larimer County Dive Rescue Team is a non-profit organization dedicated to water safety. The dive team's primary mission is the rescue and/or recovery of people and/or property involved in water related accidents.
The Larimer County Dive Rescue Team (LCDRT) was founded in 1972 by a core of scuba divers and public safety officials. It is because of their hard work and vision that the LCDRT exists today. The techniques, theories, equipment and mind set were developed by Steve Linton, Ed Rupert, Damon Rust and many others who also founded The International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists. The principles and ideas utilized today are a product of these creators and more importantly they were the seeds of modern public safety diving world wide.
Over the years, the LCDRT has worked hand in hand with Larimer County Emergency Medical Services, Larimer County Sheriffs Department, Poudre Fire Authority and many other emergency agencies in Larimer County. It is also not uncommon for LCDRT to receive requests from other agencies throughout Colorado to assist with water related incidents. The team is composed of civilians as well as personnel from various emergency response agencies located in Larimer County, all of whom are volunteers. There are no paid positions on the LCDRT. The members of the LCDRT donate thousands of man hours each year and are considered to be one of the top water rescue teams in the nation.
Organization name
Larimer County Dive Rescue Team
other names
LCDRT
1972
Tax id (EIN)
84-1085784
Category
Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
1303 N. Shields StLarimer County, CO, US