10/6/26 - LCSO SAR Rescues Lost Subject near Summit Lake Trail On October 6th at about 10pm Lane County Sheriff Search and Rescue responded to Summit Lake Trailhead for an overdue hiker. The caller became separated from his brother but made it back to their vehicle and called for help. The caller remained at the trail head and waited for searchers to arrive. SAR volunteers trekked in and located the subject uninjured. The individual was guided out in the dark by SAR and reunited with his brother and returned home. This is a great example practicing good tactics in a bad situation. After calling for help the caller remained where he called from; not complicating the issue by going to search himself. The subject who got lost also remained stationery allowing phone pings a better chance of accuracy. The Lane County Sheriff’s Office wants everyone to recreate safely. Please remember, information is crucial to searchers. If you are making a report, ensure you have a way to be reached for additional information. Wanting to help is admirable, but do not put yourself in the same situation as those you are trying save. ⛰️Always tell someone where you are going and when you plan to return. 🌨️Know conditions before you leave - rain in the valley can mean ice up high! ⛺Be prepared to stay out overnight - even if you don't plan to get out of your car. 🗺️Bring maps for offline navigation - cell service can be spotty! 🌊If you go on the water, ALWAYS wear a life jacket! 🛑If you become lost, STAY PUT! Find a way to signal or make your location visible. Always carry a whistle and flashlight in the outdoors – it just might save your life.Photos from Lane County Sheriff's Office's post