About
Who We Are

Who We Are

A dedicated team of rescue professionals committed to saving lives and providing exceptional training.

Our Mission

At Rogue Rescue, our mission is to provide the highest quality rescue services and professional training. We believe in constant improvement, cutting-edge techniques, and unwavering dedication to safety.

Our team consists of highly trained professionals with extensive experience in technical rescue, emergency medical services, and specialized training delivery.

50+
Rescue Operations
10+
Years Experience
15+
Trained Professionals
24/7
Emergency Response

Our Values

Our core values guide everything we do, from emergency response to professional training.

Excellence

We maintain the highest standards in rescue operations and training, continuously improving our methods and techniques to provide superior service.

Safety

Safety is paramount in everything we do. We ensure thorough risk assessment and maintain rigorous safety protocols in all our operations.

Innovation

We embrace advanced technology and innovative approaches to enhance our rescue capabilities and training methodologies.

Our Team

Meet our experienced professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality rescue services and training.

Brian Weidman

Brian Weidman

Founder, Lead Instructor & REMS Lead

Fire Captain with extensive experience in emergency medicine, technical rescue, and wildfire operations. Founded Rogue Rescue Services to combine these passions into comprehensive rescue and training solutions.

Career Timeline

2024
Founded Rogue Rescue Academy
Comprehensive technical rescue training
2021
Founded Rogue Rescue Services
Emergency services & training
2015
Wildfire Operations
Started contract wildfire services
Current
Fire Captain
Southern Oregon Fire Department
2010
Career Firefighter
Southern Oregon

Areas of Expertise

Technical Rescue OperationsEmergency MedicineWildfire OperationsTechnical Rescue TrainingEmergency Response

Certifications

medical
Oregon Paramedic License (2008)Advanced Cardiac Life Support
rescue
NFPA Rope Rescue TechnicianNFPA Vehicle Extrication Technician
fire
NFPA Fire Officer 1NFPA Fire Instructor 1NWCG Engine BossNWCG Task Force Leader
Daniel Sarman

Daniel Sarman

Technical Rescue Specialist & Lead Instructor

International rescue specialist with extensive experience in helicopter SAR operations and high-angle rescue. Former County Commander bringing worldwide expertise to technical rescue training.

Career Timeline

2021
Relocated to United States
International rescue specialist
2019
County Commander
High Angle Rescue Squads
2017
International Instructor
Technical rescue training
2015
Heli SAR Commander
Helicopter rescue operations
2008
Career Start
Prague Fire Department

Areas of Expertise

Helicopter SAR OperationsHigh Angle RescueInternational TrainingTechnical Equipment DevelopmentCave Rescue Operations

Certifications

rescue
IRATA Level IICave Operations Rescue CertificateCanyoning Guide
other
HHO InstructorHEC InstructorHigh Angle Rescue Instructor

Awards & Recognition

2017
Medal for Saving Life
Czech Republic
2014
Best Firefighter Crew
Prague Fire Department
2013
Bronze Medal - Helicopter SAR
Czech Republic
Bryan Studebaker

Bryan Studebaker

Technical Rescue Specialist & Lead Instructor

Former US Army veteran with extensive military and firefighting experience. Currently serves as the rope rescue lead for Medford Fire Department with 17 years of fire service experience.

Career Timeline

2023-Current
Medford Fire Department
Career Firefighter, Rope Rescue Lead, Rope Rescue Instructor
2023-Current
Rogue Rescue Services
REMS Team Member, Rope Rescue Instructor
2014-Current
Rogue Community College
Adjunct Instructor
2010-2013
Roseburg Fire Department
Career Firefighter
2000-2007
Military Service
US Army

Areas of Expertise

Technical RescueEmergency ResponseLand NavigationRope Rescue Training

Certifications

fire
NFPA Fire Officer 1NFPA Fire Instructor IINWCG Engine BossNFA Incident Safety Officer
rescue
NFPA Rope Rescue TechnicianNFPA Confined Space TechnicianNFPA Trench Rescue TechnicianNFPA Vehicle Rescue TechnicianNFPA Machinery Rescue Technician
other
NFPA HazMat TechnicianOregon EMT

Awards & Recognition

2015
Company Citation
2006
Army Commendation Medal
US Army
Mike Calhoun

Mike Calhoun

REMS Team Leader & Lead Instructor

32+ year fire service professional with extensive technical rescue experience. Former Deputy Chief of Operations and technical rescue team leader with comprehensive instruction background.

Career Timeline

2023
REMS Team Leader
Rogue Rescue Services
2022
Retired Deputy Chief of Operations
2013
Technical Rescue Team Leader
2013-2021
2008
Technical Rescue Instructor
Peak Rescue Institute
2002
Rescue Instructor
Rogue Community College (2002-2018)
1996
Technical Rescue Practitioner
1990
Volunteer Firefighter
Career Start

Areas of Expertise

Technical Rescue OperationsRescue Incident CommandHigh Angle RescueTechnical Rescue Instruction

Certifications

rescue
Technical Rescue PractitionerHigh Angle Rescue Specialist
other
Multiple Fire Service Professional Certifications
education
AAS in Fire ScienceOregon Executive Development Institute Graduate

Frequently Asked Questions