Taylor Rodriguez, 29, set out to hike Mount ... One of Taylor's acquaintance Susana Guerra told the Los Angeles Times, "A lot of us don't understand what made him get in his car, drive to Whitney ...

The following day, realizing the ... a lifetime of knowledge in one outing. The post Two Rescued Backpackers Offer a Glimpse ...

30, 29-year-old Taylor Rodriguez hit the trail to head up Mount Whitney, a 14,505' mountain ... she learned the fundamentals of climbing, wilderness travel, and leadership in the backcountry.

U.S. News Insider Tip: The geographically diverse Alabama Hills are located at the base of Mount Whitney, a film location for many Western movies and TV shows. Hike to natural arches like Mobius ...

Rodriguez is believed to have started hiking Mount Whitney early on Dec. 30, the sheriff's office said. Search and rescue crews began searching for Rodriguez Thursday when the sheriff's office ...