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Jimmy
FUNSAR was great! Even if you never go out on a search which I doubt, why else would you be here. This class definitely boots your self confidence. If ever in the woods or camping you will know how to survive if you get lost. This course is a must even for hikers. The best part of it was Eric''s confidence in us after we graduated. Four days after graduation he called my team Port Richmond C.E.R.T. out to help him on a search. He proved what faith he dedication he had in our team.
I want to Thank Eric and his Team.
Jimmy
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Eric and his team pushed us to our limits. But I didn''t realize how much faith he had in us. He called out Port Richmond Cert 4 days after finishing funsar. Wow my first search only four days in. What a boost in confidence. Thankyou Eric and his team for believing in us.
Anonymous
Many thanks to Eric, Dan and the crew for ·exceeding our comfort level· and proving to the members of Port Richmond CERT and Rescue what we truly can accomplish as a team.
The FUNSAR class was likely one of the most challenging achievements my mind and body had endured in quite some time. The sense of accomplishment in hearing the words ·congratulations SARTECH II· is hard to describe. Thank you all... I look forward to returning for more challenges!
Anonymous
I come to the table from the animal rescue side and cannot say thank you enough for the training I have received and will continue to work through.
There are people who teach and then there are those you learn from: Eric is a person you learn from. You listen, you learn, you do, you remember. They don''t come much better than that.
Thanks again, and I''m looking forward to continuing my training with the experts.
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Tom DeMarzo
tdemarzo@verizon.net
Many thanks to Eric, Dan and the crew for ·exceeding our comfort level· and proving to the members of Port Richmond CERT and Rescue what we truly can accomplish as a team.
The FUNSAR class was likely one of the most challenging achievements my mind and body had endured in quite some time. The sense of accomplishment in hearing the words ·congratulations SARTECH II· is hard to describe. Thank you all... I look forward to returning for more challenges!
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Christie Compass
harrison.christine@gmail.com
I was once told that ·personality counts for a lot·. On top of their vast knowledge and experience, Eric and Dan have personality. Their personalities carry the class and enable the students to learn without becoming bored. I enjoyed both the ISAR class and the FUNSAR class and I look forward to more classes in the future do you have a class on pronunciation? ; .
I hate driving in New Jersey, but I'll do it to take a class at OTE.
I keep wondering about wandering with my compass,
Christie
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Dan Gerard
dgerard@alamedafire.org
I have known Eric Martin since we went to paramedic school together in 1985.
I can attest that any program Eric runs is top notch. If you are looking for specialized training in technical rescue, look no further.
Over the Edge has what you need.
Good luck and keep up the good work Eric.
Daniel R. Gerard, MS, RN, NREMT-P
Chairman National Paramedic Division
NAEMT
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City of Alameda F.D.
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John and Wendy Dreese
johnandwendy@suscom.net
We had a great time with Eric, Dan, and Jon during our FUNSAR class. We learned an incredible amount from the three of you; which we then had to prove a few weeks later when you returned to administer our SARTECH II test. That was a very memorable experience that we enjoy reliving as a team. We are hoping that what you ·took· from us is being enjoyed in a prominent place on your wall *wink . John and I are still interested in hearing more about your survival class too. I'm not eating any bugs!
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Kim Carr
mschief@dejazzd.com
Eric, Dan and Jon are the BEST!! We had a great time with you guys. I can't thank you enough for the education you provided. We WILL stay in touch and hope you'll do the same. Highly recommended for the young and old SAR professionals! Keep up the great service!
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RAYE
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I'VE TAKEN MANY CLASS'S, STRUGGLING TO KEEP MY EYES OPEN! AND CAME OUT OF THEM WONDERING WHAT I ACTUALLY GOT FROM IT. I'VE LEARNED SO MUCH, AND FEEL MUCH MORE CONFIDENT IN MY SELF NOW. I DON'T THINK I COULD THANK YOU GUYS ENOUGH!
P.S. ANYONE ELSE GETTING A LITTLE TEARY EYED???
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Sabrina Calhoun
calhoun1010@dejazzd.com
I can not thank Eric, Dan, and Jon enough for their patience, and confidence they have given to all the members of our team. You guys gave us so much knowledge in such a compacted time frame. Your ability to teach in such a fun atmosphere was refreshing. I left the FUNSAR class with much more knowledge - and a much better ·positive mental attitude· then when we began. The experience of taking my SAR TECH II test with the rest of W.D.S.A.R. will always be remembered. Hope to have you guys back soon teaching us something new...Thanks so much again, Sabrina
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Daniel Dvorak
Emsdvorak@aol.com
Had a blast at Funsar Feb/march 2006. I learned alot about SAR and my own abilities.I am looking anxiously forward to my next chance to go on an exercise in the field.
PS. A freind of mine was hiking in the area on sunday afternoon and said she found an ·O· on a stick in the woods. Whoops guess we missed one!
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Anthony Gorman
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I had a great time at the ISAR course in January. The material was excellent and I Highly reccomend itto any and all EMS providers to compliment their training. The ICS module was wotrth the time too.
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Raul Torres
Job531@aim.com
I had a great time taking the ISAR course with you guys.I look forward to taking other courses with you. This time I won't let Eric hear that I would like to repeat an exercise.
BAA BAA
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christine loveridge
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Eric and Dan and Jon are great people, thanks for a crazy weekend doing Funsar, I will miss you guys. Keep in touch. Love Christine
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Thomas Mancini
tom42689@gmail.com
Thanks to the instructors for a fun and interesting weekend. It was a lot of fun and I really enjoyed it. I learned a lot. I came out of this class with way more of an understanding than I had before. Thanks Again!!!
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Michael Williamson
mwilliamson@eaglefirecompany.org
Thanks to Eric, Dan & Jon for a great FUNSAR weekend. It was excellent learning experience and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Jim Payne
JP28@MSN.COM
Eric, Dan, Jon & the entire staff,
I just wanted to say thank you for the exciting weekend of FUNSAR! The challenges kept my mind and body working constantly without ever feeling the effects of carrying my pack. A friend of mine asked me how the weekend was, so I thought for a moment and realized that it was probably one of the most rewarding weekends that I could remember!
Thanks again
Jim Payne
Passaic County
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Kristina
Eric thanks for everything you taught my team and I even tho i thought you were crazy for trying to make the fat kids climb over me to get to the top of the cliff i knew it was something we had to do to build our team.. i hope to see you again...keep making them kids COWBOY UP
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Joanna
Eric and OTE staff: Thank you for expanding my comfort zone! FUNSAR in February was intense but worth every minute. I would highly recommend any class run by OTE, the skills you leave with are invaluable.
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Desiree
harpy563@hotmail.com
Thanks for the training...i knew you guys wouldn't be easy on me, which is all the more reason to say thank you : You are all excellent instructors and I had a blast at FUNSAR even if you thought I didn't. Did you notice that in most of the pictures I didn't have my pack off besides carrying Jon down ...I was watching you too : Love you guys and hopefully see you soon : PLETHERA!!!!!
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Chris McKivison
cmckivis@oak.kcsd.k12.pa.us
If you are serious about SAR, taking any classes you can from Eric Martin and the Over the Edge team is a must. I am a high school teacher and have had many instructors throughout my education and I will tell you that Eric is probably the best teacher I have ever had. You WILL learn from Eric and his team. Along with the classroom instruction, the practical elements of the course are phenomenal - from compass navigation to the mock search and staying in your shelter afterward. The experience is invaluable to anyone that wants to be a credible member of the SAR community. Thank you Eric, Jess, Jon, and Dan as well as all those involved in the mock search for a great learning experience.
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Jim Tanis
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Love the pics from the last FUNSAR Class. On behalf of MONOC SOD, thanks again, we had a great time at the last FUNSAR Course. I am looking forward to the next adventure, you guys run a great program.
Jim Tanis, MONOC Special Operations Division.
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Scott Criqui
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The FUNSAR class was a tremendous experience. Not only is it as comprehensive as possible, but it was also fun and challenging. I highly recommend the class and especially the instructors, for any SAR training you might be considering.
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Gary Klaus
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Eric,
Good job on the T.V show. I guess it was a hard to pick one out of the five people for the job. Gary
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Sandy McIntyre
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Hello Eric,
Good morning to you and your Team!!!
So proud of you and your accomplishments:
Way to go:
So proud to know you, and what you are doing out there.
Keep up the good work my dear friend:
Love to you and your family.
I feel as if you are one of my Sons>
Very proud of you.
Sandy
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Don Conover
dconover@gwlabs.com
Eric, Some were around five years ago, my boss told me to put a First Aid Squad together. Not being happy with the American Red Cross trainig I started looking for some one else to train my
group of First Aiders. With the exemption of myself most of the group could put a band-aid on and that was about all. Well since than thanks to you and your staff we are certified in CPR,Administering Oxygen,taking Blood Pressure and have a well rounded knowlage of basic first aid.The levels of First Aid that you have taking us to have been rewarding.Thanks again for sharing all your knowledge and PENITENCE with us. We look forward to a new level and a new challenge. You are not just our trainer, you are a close friend that we all know here at G&W we can call if we have a problem. Will talk soon Don C.
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Mike Guzo
mikentana@hotmail.com
Congratulations on your success!!
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Danny Wnek
dmw47@cornell.edu
Hey Guys,
I took me a little while to get around to this, but I wanna say thank you again for all the work you put into our FUNSAR course in June. The level of instruction provided by Over the Edge really is remarkable; you guys know your stuff, no questions about it. Keep up the great work, and I hope to be able to take more classes with you in the future.
Danny
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Berney Maldonado
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Great work with the sites. It's been a while. I wish you & your team continued success. Be Safe. God Bless.
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Tim Perry
hound1@charter.net
Eric,
I received a call from Don Fulton from Ft. Lauderdale requesting information about the Old Dominion/Maury County S.O. Fall 2004 Canine Seminar. He stated that you recommended the training and spoke well of Suzy and I. I thank you very much for the reccomendation. I am also wondering where our paths have crossed.Could it be Nashville at the SAR seminar? Please let me know. Thank you again. Tim Perry
P.S. If you know of any more dog people needing trained in mantrailing,water cadaver,land cadaver or air scent, our dates are September 13-17, 2004 in Appomatox, Va. We will have 20 instructors, mostly LE with years of experience.
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Larry Akins
LAKINS@gwlabs.com
Eric,
I just wanted to thank you personally for the time and effort invested in training the First Response Team here at G&W. The growth among team members during the last two years has been significant, and could not have been realized without your commitment and expertise.
Personally, I have become more cognizant of the importance of the knowledge you have imparted, and have gained first-hand experience that speaks directly to the benefits of having been trained by an expert. I hope that this company realizes and acknowledges the benefit of maintaining a working relationship with your organization, and that our leadership will continue to invest in training that protects its most important asset: Its people.
Keep up the good work.
Larry Akins
First Response Team Member,
G&W Laboratories, Inc.
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Lori Weckesser
loriandtom@mindspring.com
Hi Eric, Dan & Jon. The FUNSAR class Jun 04 was one of the best classes of any kind I've ever taken. I haven't been involved in SAR for very long, and this was my first SAR class. I think your FUNSAR course is a ·must do· for anyone thinking about or just begining in SAR. I had an awesome time on our overnight. The mock search was realistic, the classroom time was very, very informative, and the romp in the swamp was priceless!! Can't wait to see the pictures.
The knowledge you've given me and the skills I've learned from you will be with me for the rest of my life. Thank you!!!
I'll see you again sometime I'm sure!!
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Michelle Pelescak
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While I still getting over the physical effects, I already entertained my coworkers with the hilarious adventures of our June '04 FUNSAR class. What a blast! Lectures and hands on, fun stuff and serious business, overnight shelters, sloshing through a pond, awesome navigation course, great students, and terrific instructors. Cannot wait for the next class available. I sure hope the pictures will turn out. LOL
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Jose Riera
ndiriera@yahoo.com
Hey guys, hope this message finds you well. I just wanted to write what I had told you before in person. Classes are only as good as the instructors, and the students in them. Luckily, we had both of the best. Your'e passion and drive for this subject definitely came across in your'e teaching. The class was very challenging, and I think everyone including me came out of that last weekend with a new found knowledge and appreciation for search and rescue. Stay Safe, keep up the great work!!!
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Dianne Sample
Hi Eric, Dan and Jon...the best meal I have ever eaten was tea and dry toast that was served to me after 36 hours of labour with one of my sons! The bed that I appreciated the most in my life was my bed last night! Thank you for reminding me to appreciate the most important, simple parts of life. Again I can only repeat what I felt after the last class...you are a wonderfully motivating teacher Eric, probably the best I have ever had in my life and although yesterday wasn't the most physically exhausted I have ever been in my life it is certainly the most physically and mentally challenging experience of my life...and I loved expanding my comfort zone! Thank you so much for all your help, let me know when the SAR II course is... I will need to start practising my knots a few weeks in advance! All the best, Dianne
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Ed Thayer
mteden@epix.net
Eric, I really enjoyed the ISAR class you instructed this past weekend and I would highly recommend it as an excellent introduction to the beginning SAR responder. The strucrure and pace of the class was great and you made it a pleasure to learn. I will deffinately come to you for my SARTECH II instruction. Thanks! Ed
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Anjal Amin
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Besides these testimonials and an exuberant urge to register, there's no other way to convince you to take an OTE course other than finding out for yourself that this is not your typical dull course of sitting and copying lecture notes. Real hands-on experience, even at this introductory level, and an entertaining teacher keep you on edge. The lessons and encouragment are worth the time, worth the price, and worth the effort.
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Anjal Amin
Eric,
You run Over The Edge training in a way that
builds confidence and your experience with it was
apparent throughout the entire weekend. Besides the introduction to search and rescue techniques, I learned that your team works with fairness despite the challenges with evolving standards. It's refreshing to see a group that won't compromise this veracious principle. Most important to me, your seriously fun attitude made all the difference between just learning something and doing something with it.
I hope to see you in another course very soon.
Thanks!
Anjal
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Donald Decker
jackdon@warwick.net
Eric,
Great class this week,thank you and have a great holiday.
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We recently participated in a SAR Tech II test w/ Over the Edge proctors and wanted to thank Eric Martin & Over the Edge for the outstanding job they did hosting and administering this test. Eric Martin, and his staff were extremely knowledgeable, professional, and personable and helped make the test experience a positive one. They went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and graciously accommodated last-minute needs. It was a pleasure to work with them and to take the SAR Tech II test under such a wonderful group of proctors. We'd highly recommend Over the Edge to anyone who needs training or NASAR SAR Tech testing!
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Joey Nickischer - Chief - New York Search & Rescue
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Finally had time to visit your site and see what you have been up to. Good job! We look forward to working with you on future Search & Rescue missions in the New York - New Jersey area. Keep up the good work.
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Neil Feibusch
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Guys,Thank, Thank you for the support, your carring,your understanding,and your TEACHING, it was fun. Please keep up the good work, and see you in the next class.neil
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Berney Maldonado, SAR Coordinator
Rescue1@parks.nyc.gov
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Since we first met in May 2002, out in PA, you guys have been like an extended family to us. The training we received from your staff has been invaluable and made us the exceptional, NYC based SAR team we are today. You will forever have a special place in our hearts & prayers-Our brothers & sisters in arms...so that others may LIVE. Your instruction and dedication helped build our SAR unit. We are forever grateful. Great job on the website. Keep up the great work. We definitely look forward to maintaining our tight relationship with your organization. Thank you for being there when we need you. God Bless. Be Safe.
Berney Maldonado, Search & Rescue Coordinator
NYC Urban Park Service-Search & Rescue
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John F Boburchuk Jr
Fantastic Instructors and a superb learning experience. If you haven't taken a class in Search and Rescue this is the place to go.
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Dennis Annunziato
tmbrwolves@aol.com
Hey Guys, I like the new site. I just wanted to say ·Thank You· for everything you have done for me and NYC PARKS SAR. I know you don't always hear the words, ·thank you·, but your help has been unimaginable. The Basic Rope Rigging is a great class.
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Bill Faust
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Eric-
I wanted to thank you for providing the Confined Space Awareness program at the Plainfield Campus of Union County College on September 22, 2003. I though the program was extremely valuable and insightful. It really made me think about how differently I should have handled some rescue operations in the past. The interaction you generated between yourself and the participants was wonderful. I think we are all looking forward to the Trench Awareness class in November. Thanks again! Bill Faust
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Liz Cullen
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I started with Pt Packaging, then it was ISAR, SARTECH III, FUNSAR and SARTECH II. Eric, Bud & Dan are fantastic teachers and very knowledgeable about Search & Rescue Take a Class!!
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Debbie Conte
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I started out by taking ISAR for the EMT CEUs, but that soon changed after learning about search and rescue techniques and working with the instructors. They made the class interesting, fun and they will help you every step of the way. I am now going onto FUNSAR.
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chris uffer
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the class was one-of-a-kind hands on training. They didn't only teach us they let gave us scenario's. i wanna thank dan and eric for there time and i hope to see them shortly
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Steve-o
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Eric, Bud and Dan are one incredible group. They have inspired me to continue my SAR Training. I now have "the bug." I am very eager to learn, and these guys are the best!! I can't wait to get out for some more training. I am currently attending NYS EMT school, and I owe it all to these guys. I wouldn't be so involved had I not met them.
If you are considering taking some of their classes, stop considering, and DO IT!!
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Barbara Nisley
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It was very nice speaking with you Eric. You provided me with much useful information. You website is excellent. Looking forward to meeting you in person in Feb for the ISAR class. Barb
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Anthony Prastaro
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Hey guys, it's Tony! I just wanted to thank you guys again for the great training (basic Rope Rigging and Rescue) You made it possible for me to expand my comfort zone w/o sacrificing the technical and practicalexperience. A great training conducted by an utterly professional, caring and dedicated staff!! Thank You!
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Jess Carrero
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I've taken two classes with Eric, Bud and Dan. If anybody reads this that is considering taking a class DO IT!!! Not only are these guys fountains of information but they're tons of fun and they genuinely care about their students and what they are teaching.
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Linda Murphy
trainem@msn.com
After just finishing up your Basic Rope and Rigging course I have this to say: You guys were great--knowledgeable, confident and PATIENT!! To all of you who are going to take the class, one bit of advice: Keep your leather gloves on your hands, some strange bird seems to take them away otherwise . . .
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N. Mercado
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I want to thank you guys again for being so patient throughout the Basic Rope rigging & rescue course. You guys not only know your ropes but are excellent instructors. The training you have provided for Urban Park Service Park Enforcement/Rangers has helped put together a formidable Search & Rescue team. You should take pride in the work your doing, as it saves lives and brings families back together again. I am looking forward to continuing my training through your organization. Thanks again: Eric Bud and Dan.
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Dr. Rebecca Gimenez
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WOW! Tomas told me to check out your site - VERY informative! Can't wait to get to the training this fall. Really enjoyed meeting Bud and Eric in SC - very professional. Take care!
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Phyllis Rodes
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After meeting Eric and Bud this past weekend at a Large Animal Rescue Training Class held in Horry County, South Carolina, I look forward to organizing a Ropes class. They offered to design a class especially suited for our needs. Others taking the LART class this weekend are ready for the ropes class also! Thank you Eric and Bud for all your input and participation in this class...I look forward to seeing you both soon! Phyllis, Board of Directors for South Carolina Awareness and Rescue for Equines
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Dave Becker, DVM
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Dr Tomas Gimenez referred me to your web site after you had attended his Large Animal Rescue Workship in South Carolina. Seems you offer a well rounded program. Hope to meet y'all in the future!
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Tomas Gimenez
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Great website! I would like to take some of these courses myself!
We enjoyed meeting both of you, Eric and Bud, this past weekend in Conway, SC I hope we can develop some kind of mutual interaction in training. Tomas
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Al Juliano
julfam@att.net
Eric, Bud, and Crew,
Great site! Look forward to working with you folks soon.
Al Juliano Mid-Atlantic Regional SAR
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Matt M.
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Great site. Looks to be very professional. Hope to use you guys in the future. As the other post said you might try to get your name out being that there isn't much training out on the East coast at least what I've seen.
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Tom Capruso
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I have just completed the ISAR course with Over the Edge and was thrilled with the way in which they conducted the course. Professional presentations, fun and knowledgeable instructors, personal attention, and first hand experience with the subject matter made the course a pleasure to be in. At the end I was so enthused I turned around and signed up for there next course. You will not be disappointed!
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