All articles tagged with #outdoor enthusiast
Katrina Gubler Long, a fierce businesswoman and outdoorswoman who co-founded Summit Medical Spa, died in a suspected Wayne County flash flood during a family camping trip; friends and coworkers held a candlelight vigil in Spanish Fork to honor her life, celebrating her entrepreneurial spirit, love of the outdoors, and dedication to family and community.
A 71-year-old Southern California hiker, Steve Curry, died after collapsing during an hours-long hike in Death Valley National Park, believed to be due to heat-related causes. Curry, an avid outdoor enthusiast, had spoken to a reporter about hiking in extreme conditions just hours before his collapse. Death Valley, known as the hottest place on Earth, has recorded sweltering temperatures during a record-warm summer. Curry's death marks the second hiker fatality in the park this month.