”Trail of the Lost”: Park Ranger and Author Andrea Lankford Discusses Search and Rescue Challenges and Hiker Safety - podcast episode cover

”Trail of the Lost”: Park Ranger and Author Andrea Lankford Discusses Search and Rescue Challenges and Hiker Safety

May 27, 202441 minEp. 78
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In this episode of Bedside Matters, Dr. David Kipper introduces their special guest, Andrea Lankford, an accomplished park ranger and best-selling author. Andrea shares her journey from being a park ranger managing search and rescue operations at the Grand Canyon to investigating the disappearance of hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail. She discusses the challenges and dangers park rangers face, including wildlife encounters, and the vital role of preparation for hikers. Andrea's latest book, "Trail of the Lost," delves into the mysterious disappearances of hikers, highlighting the complexities of search efforts and the importance of both technology and human intuition in solving such cases. 

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