LAKE COUNTY, COLORADO – In a harrowing incident on Saturday, October 14th, a hiker went missing while descending Mount Elbert, sparking an immediate response from
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, CO – After extensive efforts to locate Chad Pallansch, a 49-year-old experienced trail runner, authorities have suspended broad scale search operations in
CUSTER COUNTY, CO – Late on Saturday, October 7th, Custer County Search and Rescue (SAR) successfully completed a tense rescue operation involving two hikers stranded
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, CO — Search and rescue operations continue today for Chad Pallansch, 49, of Fort Collins, Colorado, who has been reported overdue since
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, CO — Park rangers are intensifying their search for 49-year-old Chad Pallansch of Fort Collins, Colorado, who was reported missing on
The mountains are notorious for their variable weather and afternoon thunderstorms. Despite all your best planning and regardless of what the weather forecast says, you
EVERGREEN, CO – Alpine Rescue Team, based in Evergreen, Colorado, had an action-packed 72 hours, responding to five missions in just three days. The incidents ranged
CHAFFEE COUNTY, CO – On September 14, 2023, Chaffee County Search & Rescue – North (CCSAR-N) and Chaffee County Search & Rescue – South (CCSAR-S)
SAGUACHE COUNTY, CO — A hunting expedition turned into a rescue mission in Saguache County after an archery hunter was severely injured. Saguache Search and
Pitkin County, CO – On Friday, September 8, 2021, around 09:12PM, the Pitkin County Regional Emergency Dispatch Center received an SOS activation from a Garmin
After five years and over 60 ascents, my Osprey Talon 22 Backpack has become more than just a piece of gear; it’s a trusted companion
DENVER, COLORADO – The Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act, recently introduced by Congressman Westerman (R-AR) and Congressman Grijalva (D-AZ), is a significant
Are you planning a ski trip near Denver and overwhelmed with choices? Denver’s proximity to some of the best ski resorts in Colorado makes it
As a founding member of the Fix CRUS Coalition, The Next Summit has been at the forefront of a pivotal movement to reform Colorado’s recreational
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