Doug Laher & the RMRU
Backpacker Radio
Zach Davis and Juliana Chauncey talk about Trevor, the PCT and all the things Trek for Trevor has done to make the trail safer for everyone.
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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Today, we are joined by Doug Laher, the father of Trevor Laher, the hiker who tragically passed near Apache Peak on the Pacific Crest Trail earlier this year. Doug reads his beautiful tribute to Trevor, we talk about what lessons are to be learned from Trevor’s passing, and what can be done to prevent further tragedy on this dangerous stretch of the PCT.
We also chatted with Kaitlyn Purington, a volunteer and the PR rep at the Riverside Mountain Rescue Unit, a rescue non-profit based in Riverside County. She walks us through what the organization does exactly, the requirements for getting involved, and some examples of standout rescue missions from the last couple of years. We close out the show with some Trek Propaganda, how to check your bung for deer ticks, and our favorite creature comforts.
SPECIAL THANKS
We at Trek for Trevor would like to express our deepest gratitude for featuring Doug on their podcast to talk about Trevor, the Trek for Trevor foundation and hiker safety, preparation and awareness.
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