ITRS 2012 | Nov 1-4

Come join us on November 1st - 4th in Seattle, WA for the ITRS event! The yearly symposium is the leading forum for up to date, state-of-the-art, technical rescue information. Rescuers representing mountain, cave, fire, industrial, and swiftwater gather to discuss ways to improve safety and performance, and answer questions.

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Call for Papers!


The International Technical Rescue Symposium (ITRS) is soliciting presentation proposals for the Program. Gathering persons from across the spectrum of rescue disciplines to share news and views on advances in equipment and techniques, technical problems and issues of mutual concern. Download the call for papers for more information, or download the presenter agreement to get started now!

2011 Papers & Presentations

ITRS 2011 Presentations

Download papers & presentations from the 2011 Symposium.

Papers & Presentations Archive

ITRS Presentation Archives: 1999 - 2010

Download papers & presentations from previous ITRS.

2012 ITRS Registration

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Don't miss out on the Early Bird Discount! Register online before May 1st to get your discounted access to ITRS!

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Outdoor Events


The 2010 Symposium was held in Golden, Colorado. A portion of the event took place at West Metro Fire Department and included rescue demonstrations by attending organizations.

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