avalanche search and rescue (00:11:13)

Jackson Hole Avalanche Search and Rescue Team and its K-9 rescue dogs perform a "live" rescue when a skier gets trapped in an avalanche and is buried alive.

• grant: $100,000 - American Association of Avalanche Professionals

  To support the Avalanche Forecasting Lab in providing accurate avalanche forecasting to the Teton county area.

• grant: $100,000 - Wyoming K-9 Search & Rescue

  To train competent search dog teams and assist local, state, and federal authorities in emergency search and rescue situations.

• grant: $112,000 - Teton County Search and Rescue Volunteers

  To provide vital emergency search and rescue services for Teton County and surrounding areas for those in need. Grants between 2008-2012.

• topic: skiing

• location: jackson hole