In Found a Life in Mountain Rescue, Bree Loewen takes you behind the scenes of mountain search-and-rescue, sharing adrenaline-fueled accounts of avalanches on Chair Peak and daring cliff-side extractions. A former Mount Rainier climbing ranger, she captures the raw intensity of wilderness emergencies and the precision required to save lives.
Loewen’s narrative is both unflinching and laced with dark humor, offering candid reflections on how a female volunteer carves out space in a traditionally masculine field. She balances the weight of responsibility on the mountain with her roles as wife and mother, revealing the sacrifices and triumphs that define her journey.
Readers will find themselves immersed in vivid landscapes, moved by the camaraderie of tight-knit rescue teams, and inspired by Loewen’s pursuit of purpose in both professional and personal spheres.
What You’ll Discover
- Thrilling rescue missions in extreme terrain
- The blend of humor and heart in high-pressure moments
- Challenges of motherhood and community in the outdoors
- Behind-the-scenes insights from a seasoned climbing ranger