Southeastern Ohio Defense Force

The SODF (Southeastern Ohio Defense Force) was incorporated in 1989 as a nonprofit corporation. We are in no way associated with the National Guard or the Army Reserve. We have positions open regardless of physical limitations. Everyone over the age of 17 is invited to apply. The ODF, SODF is a volunteer organization currently supported by members dues. No one receives pay. Normal training consists of 8 hours of training per month, usually on the 3rd Sunday of every month, but there are a few exceptions. We train members in skills such as rappelling, river crossing, firearms safety, firearms marksmanship, civil defense, survival, disaster preparedness, NBC (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical) threats just to mention a few. We volunteer our time for community functions from time to time. In 1990 SODF members went to Shady side Ohio and were a vital part in the flood rescue and recovery. We have provided security for teen alcohol and drug prevention dances. From 1993 to date we have provided security for the Village of White Cottage during their Community Days Festival. Our participation in the Muskingum County disaster drills since 1994 has given us a great appreciation and respect for First Responders and other Emergency Personnel. Recently it was decided to expand into a state wide organization. The state wide expansion is growing into five BN’s with the State HQ located in Zanesville, OH. This expansion leaves many positions in the state unfilled. We need volunteers in the following areas, Entry Level with no experience, Trainers, Clerks, Media, Intell, Medics, Self Defense, On Rope, Communications, Security, Etc.