Rescuers Recover Body of Californian Hiker Missing Since August 11th The body of a missing California hiker was recovered Sunday after an intense three-day search by 12 rescue teams, police said. Up to 60 rescuers took part in the search for experienced hiker Daniel Komins on August 17, 2019. They found his remains in a remote wilderness area in northern California’s Trinity Alps, the Trinity County Sheriff’s Office reported on […] CragBrains | August 20, 2019 0 Comments
Unprepared Hikers Who Mocked Park Ranger’s Advice Needing Rescuing Within Hours Two separate groups visiting the rock formation known as The Subway in Zion National Park needed rescuing Monday after officials say they were unprepared. Before commencing their hike, one group mocked a ranger’s recommendations to take ropes and harnesses with them. One hiker spent the night with rescuers before being airlifted by a helicopter, with another group spending the night in […] Climbing CragBrains | August 19, 2019 1 Comment
Nepal to Implement Strict Rules for Everest Permits to Prevent Another Deadly Season Climbers wanting to take on Mount Everest will be required to have already scaled 6,500-meters (21,325 feet) peaks, undergone proper training, possess a certificate of good health and have insurance that would cover rescue costs if required under new proposals by a government panel seeking to improve safety on the world’s highest peak. Related: Andrzej Bargiel Plans to Ski Everest […] Climbing CragBrains | August 16, 2019 0 Comments
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