Marion County SAR Finds Two Lost Hunters Near French Creek
Marion County SAR safely rescued two hunters near French Creek after storms and rugged terrain. Volunteers redeployed on minimal rest, using a SARTopo SMS link to pinpoint the location.
Marion County, OR. — Marion County Search and Rescue (SAR) volunteers located and escorted two lost hunters to safety near French Creek on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, after a fast-turnaround deployment in severe weather.
According to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, several SAR members who responded today had also participated in a recent Clackamas County search earlier this week—logging nearly 20 hours within the last 24 hours. Despite limited rest and soaked gear from the prior mission, volunteers redeployed without hesitation into heavy rain, 20–40 mph winds, and rugged terrain to reach the pair.
Searchers credited satellite-enabled navigation and mapping tools for speeding the find. Using a cell-phone SMS link through SARTopo, teams were able to pinpoint the hunters’ position and close to within feet before making contact and guiding them out.
The Sheriff’s Office thanked its volunteers and partner agencies for their “tireless service—often in the harshest of conditions,” noting the rescue underscores a key safety reminder for anyone entering remote areas: always carry a satellite-capable phone or an InReach-type device.
Individuals interested in joining the SAR team can contact SAR Coordinator Sgt. Garrett Olson at GOlson@co.marion.or.us.
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