You’ve made it to the top of Castleton Tower. Now all you have to do is … get down. A pair of climbers meet unexpected challenges in a race against sunset on one of Moab’s most famous desert towers. Grand County Search and Rescue’s Technical Rope Rescue Team prepares for a helicopter dropoff 300 feet high in near total darkness. We hear firsthand why Castleton Tower is such an iconic climb … and such a Search and Rescue hotspot.Show Notes: Steward Moab - Executive ProducerMolly Marcello - Creator, Producer & HostJon Gottschalk - Composer & Original music Grand County Search and Rescue is one of the busiest SAR teams in Utah.Moab climbing resources can be found at Mountain Project and in the book High on Moab. Plan a Trip to Moab - Experience this special place and do it right: stay safe, protect the resource and be a part of what makes Moab an incredible place.Back From Beyond Season One was made possible by the Moab Office of Tourism in partnership with KZMU Moab Community Radio. Questions? Comments? We’d love to hear your thoughts! Drop us a line at backfrombeyond@stewardmoab.com Disclaimer: While the podcast dramatizes real events for storytelling purposes, it does not provide professional medical, safety, or legal advice. The stories featured in this podcast depict real incidents involving outdoor activities. The podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. Listeners should not rely on the podcast for personal safety guidance or emergency response planning. Always follow official safety recommendations and local laws when recreating in the outdoors.
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