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After a major mountain rescue effort, his body was found on March 31 in a remote part of the park, with legs dangling in a stream but with no obvious sign of injury. One of those who found him said he looked peaceful — as if he had stopped for a nap and never woken up. No cause of death has yet been...

Thanks for keeping us updated. Really sucks when kids and fatalities are involved. Sure glad there are SAR guys out there. I busted my leg really badly in the backcountry in 2001 (multiple fx, rt femur). Got pulled out in horizontal position. Not in AZ, but my thanks to all SAR. Happy (and safe) New...

GeorgeW wrote:The flight came from Safford to pick up three kids for Thanksgiving. The father was the copilot and there were two other adults on board. All six died. Very sad start of the holiday.

Dang. My condolences to the families.

HJ

I am very sorry to learn of Jim's passing. He was always very friendly to me and welcomed me here to the forum. I know he'll be missed. RIP, Jim.

HJ

I'm sure the embassy would get involved. US Authorities would probably contact the embassy for notification of next-of-kin. Such a tragedy. I think they probably had no idea of what they were getting into. In my travels to Joshua Tree, my impression is that Europeans are fascinated by the desert. I ...

sardude, First, I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of Jim Hatt. :( May he rest in peace. Second, thanks for all the updates on local SAR happenings. I actually like hearing about some of the less spectacular ones. Sometimes the more "ordinary" SAR call outs are good reminders of what so...

Thanks for the update, gruesome though it is.

HJ

My condolences to family and friends.

HJ

Time of day and lots of water and knowledge will lead to a "fun" hike and not having to put my SAR brother and sisters in harms way. If you have to think twice before you do it, Don't do it. later, SARDUDE Or head north to cooler climes. Mingus Mountain is a beautiful little area. The San...

You're welcome. I thought that one was worthwhile.

Here's a video on the same rescue. I think it's fairly well done too. http://www.vcstar.com/videos/detail/rescue-remember/

I look forward to your future reports.

HJ