Skagit Bay Search & Rescue (SBSAR), established in 2002, is a 501c (3) organization composed of unpaid volunteers who provide marine-related support in the navigable waters around Skagit County under the authority of the Skagit County Sheriff’s Department.

We work closely with the Sheriff's Marine Patrol Unit, US Coast Guard, and other SAR authorities to assist boaters, paddlers, kayakers and others in distress.

Skagit Bay Search & Rescue primary response areas are the navigable waters of Skagit County from Padilla Bay, around Fidalgo Island, thru Deception Pass, Skagit Bay and Swinomish Channel.