So far in 2024, 24 SDF-trained teams achieved certification, allowing them to deploy with their task forces when called upon to respond when needed.
Congratulations to the following teams who achieved certification together for the first time:
Jose Arteaga & Sid (California Task Force 8)
Brandon Budd & Otter (California Task Force 7)
Patrick Easton & Linus (California Task Force 7)
Carey Jenkins & Nate (Nebraska Task Force 1)
Phil Kleinheinz & Sassy (California Task Force 3)
Alma Lowry & Lennie (California Task Force 8)
Derek Moree & Roma (California Task Force 2)
Sheila Stern & Hugo (Nebraska Task Force 1)
Teams must pass this evaluation every three years to remain deployable, and the following teams achieved this recertification in 2024:
Cory Baldovin & Diva (California Task Force 2)
Erik Falkenstrom & Leslie (California Task Force 4)
Brian Girard & Keila (New York Task Force 2)
JP Hilsabeck & Bond (California Task Force 2)
Adam Leckonby & Luka (New York Task Force 2)
Kiegon List & Chloe (California Task Force 7)
James McCandless & Mac (California Task Force 7)
Nick Medina & Mattis (California Task Force 2)
Brian Medley & Navy (California Task Force 4)
Brook Rowley & Echo (New York Task Force 2)
Clint Schepe & Georgia (California Task Force 8)
Mike Toepfer & Deacon (California Task Force 2)
Tony Vasta & Bonus (California Task Force 4)
Joe Zakar & Dora (California Task Force 8)
We are proud of all these teams who worked so hard to reach these milestones and look forward to many more accomplishments during their careers!
