About Wendy Ramirez

Wendy began her journey in mounted search and rescue (MSAR) in January 2022 as a member of the Queen Creek Mounted Sheriff's Posse. Since joining, she held multiple roles within the organization, including Social Media Administrator, Web Administrator, Vice Commander and Commander. She now proudly serves as Commander for Regional Arizona Mounted Search and Rescue.

With years of progressive horseback riding experience and seven years as a horse owner, Wendy brings both passion and expertise to the field. Her current search partner, Bean—a 21-year-old Paint gelding—has accompanied her on multiple missions and thrives on trail work and wilderness terrain. She is also training two additional horses, Rango and Bandit, both 18-year-old Appendix geldings, who share her love for the trail and are progressing steadily through SAR training.

Wendy holds numerous SAR and medical certifications, including:
CPR/First Aid/Basic Life Support
NREMT
Bloodborne Pathogens
Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Wilderness EMT (WEMT)
SARTECH IV
SARTECH III
Arizona SARTECH II
Equine First Aid
Advanced Equine First Aid
Mounted Equine and Rider Safety

She is currently working towards her National Association of Search and Rescue SARTECH II, Mounted SARTECH III and Amatuer Radio (HAM) certifications.  She has also completed advanced coursework in tracking (Tracker III and II), crime scene preservation, land navigation, GPS, communicable disease prevention, compass skills, and effective leadership. She regularly participates in FEMA and NASAR trainings to stay current and continually grow as both a responder and a leader.

Beyond SAR, Wendy lives on a small ranch in San Tan Valley with her husband of 26 years and love of her life, Michael. Together they have three wonderful grown children and are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their twin grandbabies towards the end of the year. Her home is shared with four horses, five dogs, three goats, and two barn cats—each one a beloved part of the family.

Wendy’s dedication to service, love of animals, and deep family roots make her a respected leader in the SAR community and an inspiring example of commitment and compassion.