The League of Venturers Search and Rescue were established in England in August 1961. The League of Venturers Search and Rescue were established to show that teenagers, if given the training, equipment, opportunity and trust could provide a valuable service to the adult community. They provide a sea rescue service for the Coastguard and a land rescue service for the Police. Venturers are manned by volunteers aged 12–21.
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