In this episode I chat with Ryan Baker and Inga Slade about the death of their brother Stephen. He passed away after falling on the first rappel in Englestead Hollow Zion National Park UT. We discuss how they got started canyoneering and what when wrong that awful day. We also cover what we as canyoneers can do different so we don't find ourselves in the same predicament on day. Please remember when you are doing long rappels its important to have a device that allows you to add friction as you are descending and the the force changes. I personally love the Imlay Critr 2. 

If you would like to reach out to Ryan his email address is [email protected]

This is the write up of the accident from the International Canyon Accident Database https://canyonaccident.org/englestead-hollow-2017-09-03/

For more information about the canyon itself https://www.canyoneeringusa.com/zion/technical/englestead-hollow

For more information about the Critr 2 rappel device https://www.canyoneeringusa.com/store/canyon-werks-critr2-rappel-device

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Music is by Chris Zollinger: Chris Zollinger is a Professional Handpan player, Drummer/Percussionist, Environmental Activist, Eagle Scout, and Florida Master Naturalist. He recently relocated to southern Utah from Sarasota, Florida where he played music and guided kayaking tours in gator filled waters as a master naturalist. You can find out more about Chris and buy his CD at https://www.zthehandpanman.com

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