Big Walls, Swift Waters: Epic Stories from Yosemite Search and Rescue

by Charles R. "Butch" Farabee

Paperback

"Big Walls, Swift Waters" is a book that contains a collection of stories of daring rescues and tragic accidents that took place in Yosemite National Park. Written by Charles R. "Butch" Farabee, a former park ranger and search and rescue worker, the book provides a fascinating insight into the challenging and often dangerous work of Yosemite's search and rescue teams. The stories, based on Farabee's personal experiences and those of his colleagues, highlight the skill, bravery, and dedication of the men and women who risk their lives to save others in one of the most beautiful, but unforgiving, natural environments in America.

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