#outdoor-safety

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#hiking
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Yosemite hiker killed by falling branch was a really careful person,' her father says

Angela Lin, a cautious adventurer, was struck and killed by a falling tree limb while hiking in Yosemite, raising concerns about park safety measures.
National Football League
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Mother lost with son in dense California forest uses trail of notes to point rescuers their way

The mother and her 9-year-old son were found in a remote California forest after leaving a trail of notes. Their car had become stranded after losing GPS signal.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

2 Palo Alto cats having trouble adjusting to new catio

Cats may struggle with a new outdoor environment after being indoors for a long time.
#ticks
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Advanced Outdoor Security: IMILAB EC6 Dual 2K Spotlight Camera | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

IMILAB EC6 Dual 2K Camera balances comprehensive outdoor surveillance with smart features and ease of use.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Completely bizarre': Calif. teen in coma after walking off Mount Whitney

A 14-year-old boy remains unconscious after a hiking accident on Mount Whitney, highlighting risks associated with altitude sickness.
San Francisco
fromKqed
2 months ago

Hiking Along Beautiful Bluffs Can Get Risky. Here's How to Stay Safe | KQED

Good weather draws crowds to dangerous cliff edges, leading to rescue situations.
Awareness of the environment, tides, and intoxication is essential for safety in outdoor areas.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Alaska rangers recover body of man who died from fall on North America's tallest peak

A Seattle man fell 3,000ft on Denali and was recovered by rangers after a failed rescue attempt.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Update: Thunderstorms with pea-sized hail in Yosemite and Yosemite Valley Wednesday

Yosemite Valley is under a weather alert for strong thunderstorms, including hail and high winds.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Why I run with these LED earbuds instead of AirPods or Shokz at night (and can't go back)

The new open-ear headphones not only deliver great sound but also enhance nighttime safety with built-in lights, making them ideal for outdoor workouts after dark.
Wearables
#search-and-rescue
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Remote teams

If you get lost in rugged bush, these are the SES searchers who'll be sent to track you. Just don't call them elite

A man was rescued by a lucky encounter with SES volunteers while stranded after breaking his leg on the Wollangambe River.
fromBikemag
3 months ago
Bicycling

Missing Bikepacker Found Safe In California

Tiffany Slaton, a missing bikepacker, was found safe in a cabin after enduring a blizzard.
Bicycling
fromBikemag
3 months ago

Missing Bikepacker Found Safe In California

Tiffany Slaton, a missing bikepacker, was found safe in a cabin after enduring a blizzard.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 months ago

Temps in low 80s and high winds forecast for Berkeley Monday

A high wind advisory is currently in effect, with winds reaching up to 45 mph, raising concerns for potential wildfires in the East Bay.
East Bay (California)
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