Pitkin County spans 970 square miles, 60,000 acres of which is wilderness. Mountain Rescue Aspen is an entirely volunteer based organization to operate search and rescue for people venturing in the mountains around Aspen. With over 10,000 ...See morePitkin County spans 970 square miles, 60,000 acres of which is wilderness. Mountain Rescue Aspen is an entirely volunteer based organization to operate search and rescue for people venturing in the mountains around Aspen. With over 10,000 hours of volunteer work a year, from rescues, trainings, and community education, Mountain Rescue Aspen is one of the most highly recognized rescue organizations in the country. This film set out to explore why they risk their lives for those lost or hurt in the wilderness and what makes it all worth it.
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