This textbook chapter on Outdoor Emergency Care provides an overview of special operations relevant to patrollers and OEC technicians, covering topics such as ambulance operations, disaster response, hazardous materials incidents (HAZWOPER), terrorism response (including active shooter protocols), and search and rescue (SAR) techniques. It emphasizes safety, preparedness, and coordination with specialized teams, highlighting the importance of understanding roles in various emergency scenarios, including avalanche and rope rescues, confined space incidents, and interactions with SAR dogs. The chapter also touches upon fire ground operations and crew resource management (CRM) to enhance team effectiveness and safety in complex situations.