THE FIRST 6 REUNION | Rescue Swimmer Legends | Ober, Gordon, Woolford, Flythe, Farmer | ASTerisk

In this ASterisk episode of The Real ResQ, host Jason Quinn is LIVE from DECERT 2024. He is joined by five of the first six U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmers: Steve Ober (01), Kelly Gordon (02), Rick Woolford (03), Butch Flythe (05), and Larry Farmer (06). This historic gathering brings together the pioneers who laid the foundation for the Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Program.
Join us as these trailblazers share their incredible stories and memorable moments from the early days of the program. From their grueling training experiences to their first rescues, each recounts the challenges and triumphs that defined their careers. Listen in as they reminisce about the camaraderie, the life-saving missions, and the evolution of the program that set the standard for excellence in search-and-rescue operations.
This episode is a tribute to the bravery and dedication of the original Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers. Their stories not only highlight their personal heroism but also the enduring legacy of the program they helped establish. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear firsthand accounts from the legends of the U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer community. Enjoy!
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02:16 - Introductions
07:21 - Before the Rescue Swimmer Program
15:00 - Navy Rescue Swimmer School
26:35 - Forming the foundation of the Rescue Swimmer Program into Aviation
36:20 - Standardization & motivation of the early Rescue Swimmer program
45:15 - Rescue Swimmer Legacy
54:14 - Equipping Early Rescue Swimmers
1:00:00 - First Female Rescue Swimmers
1:08:04 - USCG Rescue Swimmer School
1:14:31 - Where the first 6 see the future of the USCG Rescue Swimmer Program
1:25:45 - Most cherished Rescue Swimmer program

[@CissySueCreations]

Hey Jason... its Cissy Lovell love watching your videos! so cool! Hugs

[@therealresq]

Thank you!!

[@davetowz]

Collecting these oral histories is priceless. Keep going Brother. From a USN GMM3, UsArmy CW2.

[@therealresq]

Thank you so much. Yes Sir!!
I love being able to do this. If you have stories you'd like to share, please let me know!