2025 Bay Area Rescue Challenge | Event Recap + Host Your Next Training in Baytown!

After 15 hours of technical rescues, knot-tying, and simulated victim saves, the 2025 Bay Area Rescue Challenge (BARC)** was an absolute success—**and Baytown was proud to host it** at our very own **Baytown Fire Training Facility.**

This year, we doubled our field with:
✅ **42 Competitors**
✅ **18 Judges**
✅ An unbeatable display of skill, grit, and rescue spirit

The Rope Rescue Challenge brought together regional fire teams in a high-intensity environment designed to replicate real-world rope rescue scenarios. It’s more than a competition—it’s a learning experience and a celebration of teamwork and readiness.

🎯 **Why Baytown For Your Competition ?**
Our **Baytown Fire Training Facility** is open and ready for **your next training event**—from fire and EMS drills to industrial safety programs and team-building experiences.

🏗️ Realistic, professional training grounds
📍 Close to major refineries, ports, and logistics hubs
💡 Ideal for first responder training, corporate safety events, and more
Plenty of hotels and restaurants

📅 Ready to plan your own training or challenge event in Baytown? Let’s talk!

**Contact:**
Staci Wise – Sales & Outreach, City of Baytown
staci.wise@baytown.org