Search Effort Continues for Minnesota Hiker Who Vanished in Wyoming Wilderness

Buffalo, WY (KROC-AM News)- Search efforts remain ongoing for a Minnesota hiker who vanished in the Wyoming wilderness seven days ago. 

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A news release issued by the Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office in Wyoming says the missing man was last heard from on July 29. 

The search effort, which began over the weekend, has involved rescue teams battling difficult weather and terrain conditions. 

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Search Continuing in Wyoming for Minnesota Hiker Last Heard From on July 29

Wyoming authorities have identified the missing Minnesotan as Grant Gardner. 

The news release says he informed his wife around 9 p.m. on July 29 that he made it to the summit of Cloud Peak and that he would descend to camp for the night.

Cloud Peak is located in north-central Wyoming and Gardner had planned a three-day hiking journey, authorities say. 

The news release says rescue personnel became concerned about the timing of Gardner’s summit. Searchers found his vehicle parked at the West Ten Sleep trailhead where he began his journey. 

Authorities say teams searched for Gardner throughout the weekend. The search effort involved the use of multiple aircraft, electronic device tracking equipment, infrared radar and personnel from several agencies. 

Teams have been battling rough terrain, high altitude, wind and storms that have made the search difficult and dangerous.

The news release says at least two rescue personnel have suffered medical conditions and that one team member had to receive medical care. 

At last report, which was issued on Monday morning, the search effort remains ongoing. Foot teams, aircraft and canines have all been deployed, the news release says.