Stranded hiker near Antelope Springs. At 2150 hours the Team was called for a small team response to assist a stranded hiker in the Antelope Springs area off Forest Service Road 3S143A. Rescue base was established on Forest Service Road 3S98 near the Ormat Geothermal Plant. Two team members responded with the Polaris Ranger.

The subject was unsure of his location, and it took many attempts before Team 1 was able to determine his exact position.

Team 1 followed Forest Service Road 3S98 until it ended, then hiked approximately 3/4 of a mile until they located the subject. He was in good condition and able to walk back to the Ranger, accompanied by Team 1. He was transported back to rescue base and evaluated by Medic 3. The subject elected to sign out against medical advice, and the operation was terminated at 0130 hours on Thursday morning, July 10th.

IC: Belcher Ops Leader: Haugh Responder: Carlson

On Scene Coordinator: Mono County Sheriff Search and Rescue