Results 1 to 20 of 78
-
04-21-2013, 02:07 PM #1
Manti Boy Scouts, leaders airlifted after being stranded in slot canyon
WAYNE COUNTY — A group of Boy Scouts and their adult leaders had to be airlifted after getting stranded while hiking in a slot canyon Saturday night.
A group of seven Boy Scouts, ages 14-18, and three adult leaders traveled from Manti to Wayne County for a hiking trip Saturday afternoon. The group planned to complete a difficult hike in a slot canyon known as Pandora's Box, according to Wayne County Deputy Sheriff Matthew Webster.
Five of the Boy Scouts and one of the leaders were able to complete the difficult hike and made it out of the canyon around 1 a.m. Sunday morning. However, the remaining two Boy Scouts and two leaders were unable to make the hike out and were stranded.
The scouts and leaders that completed the hike were able to call the Wayne County Sheriff's Department for help. A helicopter and search and rescue team responded at 8:30 a.m. and were able to airlift the Boy Scouts and leaders from the canyon.
No injuries were reported in the incident.
http://www.ksl.com/?sid=24881734&nid...cid=featured-1
-
04-21-2013 02:07 PM # ADS
-
04-21-2013, 02:18 PM #2
Wonder if it's anybody on bogley. I'll bet one way or another we'll be hearing the account first hand here.
-
04-21-2013, 05:14 PM #3
Marines would not leave their own behind. Boy Scouts ruining their reputation (I am an ex ASM)
-
04-21-2013, 05:53 PM #4
Guess they didn't read the warnings recently posted here. Glad everyone made it out safely though
-
04-21-2013, 06:11 PM #5Guess they didn't read the warnings recently posted here.
In this case, I'm guessing the scouts/leaders got stuck in the canyon itself (can anyone confirm?).
I like adventure and taking scouts on stuff, but Pandoras Box really isn't a place I'd call scout trip friendly.Utah is a very special and unique place. There is no where else like it on earth. Please take care of it and keep the remaining wild areas in pristine condition. The world will be a better place if you do.
-
Post Thanks / Like - 1 Likesburley liked this post
-
04-21-2013, 08:27 PM #6
-
04-21-2013, 08:45 PM #7
Having just taken my Boy Scouts through Baptist Draw yesterday, I can hardly believe this news report. WHAT WERE THESE LEADERS THINKING!?
Last edited by Kuya; 04-21-2013 at 10:15 PM. Reason: Spelling: Scots to Scouts! Thanks Workbad!
CanyoneeringUtah.blogspot.com
My YouTube Channel
"As you journey through life, choose your destination well, but do not hurry there. You will arrive soon enough. Wander the back roads and forgotten path[s] ... Such things are riches for the soul. And if upon arrival, you find that your destination is not exactly as you had dreamed, ... know that the true worth of your travels lies not in where you come to be at journey
-
Post Thanks / Like - 1 Likesratagonia liked this post
-
04-21-2013, 08:53 PM #8
Pandora's Box is not an acceptable route for youth groups. If nothing else it's a very long day.
I also have a problem with leaders taking youth groups to do a route they have not done before, which I'm guessing is the case with this one.
Tap'n on my Galaxy G3
-
04-21-2013, 09:50 PM #9
-
04-21-2013, 10:08 PM #10
That was my first question. "Had the leaders done this canyon before?!" And if they had, what kind of experience were they trying to give the kids? I know of very few kids that enjoy even 1 hour exit hikes, let alone exit and approach hikes that can take up to 7 hours! This just blows my mind.
CanyoneeringUtah.blogspot.com
My YouTube Channel
"As you journey through life, choose your destination well, but do not hurry there. You will arrive soon enough. Wander the back roads and forgotten path[s] ... Such things are riches for the soul. And if upon arrival, you find that your destination is not exactly as you had dreamed, ... know that the true worth of your travels lies not in where you come to be at journey
-
04-21-2013, 10:11 PM #11
-
Post Thanks / Like - 1 Likesratagonia liked this post
-
04-21-2013, 10:13 PM #12CanyoneeringUtah.blogspot.com
My YouTube Channel
"As you journey through life, choose your destination well, but do not hurry there. You will arrive soon enough. Wander the back roads and forgotten path[s] ... Such things are riches for the soul. And if upon arrival, you find that your destination is not exactly as you had dreamed, ... know that the true worth of your travels lies not in where you come to be at journey
-
04-21-2013, 10:31 PM #13
Kuya, I'm just jealous of you and your troop because my scout leaders never took me through canyons when I was young. Good on ya!
I'm also very happy everyone in the article survived to tell about it!
-
Post Thanks / Like - 1 LikesKuya liked this post
-
04-21-2013, 10:36 PM #14
-
04-22-2013, 06:05 AM #15
-
04-22-2013, 07:12 AM #16
Thanks so much for thinking of us and being concerned. Baptist Draw and Upper Chute were beautiful as always! Every boy and leader there had a wonderful time in the canyon. The weather was perfect for Spring canyoneering: It was warm enough to hike with out a jacket, but cool enough to need one when stopped. All the boys did great on the rappels, Their favorite parts were "dark" sections of Upper Chute canyon. The total time for my group of 12 to do this canyon (exiting out of north end of Upper Chute) was a little over 4 hours.
Is is a bad thing when I have more leaders on these trips than boys? heheheheheCanyoneeringUtah.blogspot.com
My YouTube Channel
"As you journey through life, choose your destination well, but do not hurry there. You will arrive soon enough. Wander the back roads and forgotten path[s] ... Such things are riches for the soul. And if upon arrival, you find that your destination is not exactly as you had dreamed, ... know that the true worth of your travels lies not in where you come to be at journey
-
04-22-2013, 07:40 AM #17
-
Post Thanks / Like - 1 LikesKuya liked this post
-
04-22-2013, 08:25 AM #18
FWIW - I know the scouts were rescued from the actual slot canyon. The part of the group that became stranded never made it to the exit rappel.
Tap'n on my Galaxy G3
-
04-22-2013, 09:19 AM #19
For this particular Manti troop, we don't have many details, so slow to make any judgment.
However, not to side track the thread...but awesome, good to know! Very helpful Kuya to us scout leaders out there on your trip time as we weigh the factors in choosing a site.
I will also venture to guess, that your success had a few important factors that may be worth mentioning that may seem subtle, but make a ton of difference. Always a chance for misfortune, but you can minimize risk.
Some include:
1. You are familiar with the canyon (site), hazards, raps, ... having done it before.
2. You know the abilities/limitations of your group.
3. You have contingency plans based on a number of possible issues.
4. You are following BSA guidelines: Qualified supervisors/instructors, discipline, equipment, environment, planning, medical/fitness.
-
Post Thanks / Like - 1 LikesKuya liked this post
-
04-22-2013, 09:24 AM #20
5. Selected a route that guarantee's a high probability of success.
Tap'n on my Galaxy G3
-
Post Thanks / Like - 1 LikesKuya liked this post
Similar Threads
-
Boy Scouts could end ban on Gay Members & Leaders
By Sombeech in forum General DiscussionReplies: 159Last Post: 08-26-2015, 08:42 AM -
[News] Base Jumper Stranded in Provo Canyon
By accadacca in forum General DiscussionReplies: 3Last Post: 10-03-2012, 09:11 AM -
Base Jumper Stranded in Provo Canyon
By accadacca in forum General DiscussionReplies: 0Last Post: 10-01-2012, 08:59 PM -
[News] Stranded climbers rescued from Rock Canyon
By accadacca in forum Climbing, Caving & MountaineeringReplies: 1Last Post: 05-05-2011, 02:09 PM -
Hiker rescued from canyon, airlifted to hospital
By Iceaxe in forum Hiking, Scrambling & Peak BaggingReplies: 0Last Post: 08-14-2009, 10:31 AM