Archive for December 2007

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Feds use DNA to nail elk poacher in Mount Rainier National Park

ASHFORD, Wash. — Mount Rainier National Park rangers used DNA testing to convict an elk poacher. Rangers found a kill site on Nov. 6 well within the southeast corner of the park. They found hunters camping three days later just south of the park boundary.One hunter, 48-year-old dean Douglas Harriman of Arlington, said he had [...]

Snowshoer missing in Mount Rainier National Park after avalanche

Posted by The Associated Press December 20, 2007 07:54AM Categories: Breaking News, Outdoors MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK — High avalanche danger and poor visibility have hindered search teams looking for a snowshoer missing in Mount Rainier National Park after an avalanche. Park officials say the 22-year-old Lynnwood man disappeared during a day hike on snowshoes. [...]