Early in the morning on April 7th, Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue volunteers responded in the evening to assist Oakridge Police with locating two missing juveniles who were believed to have gone exploring in the woods the day before. They had planned to return in the evening. SAR volunteers located the juveniles in Box Canyon with their vehicle, which had broken down, and reunited them with family. Please follow these tips to stay safe when you explore the outdoors in our county: ⛰️ 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! Nearly every week, Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue volunteers assist our residents and visitors in all types of environments. Learn more about our Search & Rescue program or donate to their work at: www.lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/sheriff_s_office/volunteers/search_and_rescue