Lost hunters rescued near Pine Canyon in Fremont County – East Idaho News

The following is a news release from Fremont County Search and Rescue.

FREMONT CANUTIES — Two male hunters were rescued after becoming disoriented while hunting in the Pine Canyon area of ​​Fremont County on Friday.

The men walked until they had adequate cell service to call 911. Fremont County Dispatch determined their location using cell phone tracking. The rescuers rode side by side as far as possible and rode the rest of the way to their location.

Members of Fremont County Search and Rescue (FCSAR), along with Fremont County officials, responded to assist.

The rescuers walked with the hunters back side by side and transported them to their own car.

A reminder to anyone who enjoys summer/fall recreational activities — whether it’s hunting, fishing, camping, boating, ATVing, trail riding, biking or hiking:

• Pay close attention to your location when vacationing in Fremont County. Watch for landmarks that could potentially help rescuers find you.
• If you have a GPS, mobile phone or FRS radio, be sure to take them with you, but don’t rely entirely on them for safe rescue if you find yourself in trouble or stranded. Locate the emergency conduit for the area, if available. Make sure all members of your group are watching the same channel when you’re with a group.
• Use extreme caution whether hunting, fishing, hiking and/or water related activities. Fremont County has many canyons, hills, ravines, and other geographic features, and one can quickly become disoriented and confused.
• The county’s many waterways are unpredictable and sometimes potentially dangerous, and can quickly turn an enjoyable activity into a disaster.
• Take the necessary equipment and survival gear when venturing into the countryside.
• Dress appropriately for your activities.
• Plan ahead. Make sure you know the area you’re heading to before heading there.
• If possible, avoid participating in activities without a friend or companion.
• Tell someone where you are going and stick to that plan, narrow down the area and most of all let someone know WHERE you plan to go and WHEN you are due back!
• If you get into trouble, stop, look around, make mental notes or write them down in relation to any features or landmarks that would help you in your rescue.
• Do not go further unless you are in danger. The further you go, the more complicated and dangerous it is to save yourself, making rescue operations more difficult and dangerous.

Fremont County Search & Rescue, FCSAR is a non-profit organization that relies heavily on donations from individuals and businesses who appreciate and wish to support our efforts. All FCSAR members are 100% unpaid volunteers. All donations are tax deductible.