Six Days in the Desert
08/07/24 • 47 min
What does it take to survive in one of the harshest environments on earth? In this episode, we follow the extraordinary tale of Ed Rosenthal who became lost in Joshua Tree National Park for six days. Isolated in the unforgiving desert landscape without water, he cleverly used the canyon’s shade to endure scorching days and freezing nights. His story is one of perseverance, showcasing the human spirit’s resilience against the odds. Listen in as Ed shares his remarkable journey from desperation to salvation with host Brad Mathewson.
Ed's Books:
https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Canyon-Desert-Survival-Joshua/dp/1733957979
https://www.amazon.com/Desert-Hat-Ed-Rosenthal-ebook/dp/B093ZS2FYD?ref_=ast_author_dp
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What does it take to survive in one of the harshest environments on earth? In this episode, we follow the extraordinary tale of Ed Rosenthal who became lost in Joshua Tree National Park for six days. Isolated in the unforgiving desert landscape without water, he cleverly used the canyon’s shade to endure scorching days and freezing nights. His story is one of perseverance, showcasing the human spirit’s resilience against the odds. Listen in as Ed shares his remarkable journey from desperation to salvation with host Brad Mathewson.
Ed's Books:
https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Canyon-Desert-Survival-Joshua/dp/1733957979
https://www.amazon.com/Desert-Hat-Ed-Rosenthal-ebook/dp/B093ZS2FYD?ref_=ast_author_dp
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