Trapped in a Canyon: Aron Ralston

 

In Season 2, Episode 22 of the #StillHere Podcast, we discuss the harrowing story of the survival of Aron Ralston. An avid outdoorsman sets out on an adventure just like any other day, but finds himself "between a rock and a hard place". He survives 127 hours trapped in the Utah desert having to drink his own urine to survive. But that's not all. Listen to the Episode.

Join us for the second portion of this harrowing story where we discuss his amputation and recovery.

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Here is the rock that trapped his right arm for more than 4 days (127 hours):

These are the only supplies he had in his backpack:

This is the knife he used to sever his arm:

Here are some maps to help you understand where the canyon was located:

Stay safe so you're still here!

Sources:

Book: Between a Rock and a Hard Place by Aron Ralston

The movie: 127 hours, Release date: November 5, 2010

The All That is Interesting article can be found here.

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