Base Jumper Rescued in Moab, Utah

A BASE jumper found in a canyon near Moab, Utah, was rescued earlier this week, and the dramatic footage was shared on social media. The video, captured by Daniel Mick, shows the tense moment when rescuers approached a jumper, whose rainbow parachute was snagged against the canyon face in Cane Creek.

According to Grand County Emergency Services, they received a call around 1 p.m. and managed to reach the individual by 3:15 p.m. The jumper’s identity hasn’t been disclosed yet.

After the successful rescue, the Grand County Sheriff’s Office reported on Facebook that the jumper was safely extricated and provided with advanced medical care for moderate injuries. The rescue was completed around 4 p.m.

The footage captures paramedics being lowered from a helicopter in windy conditions, as the parachute flutters against the canyon structure. This 20-minute long video was initially posted on Facebook and has since attracted considerable attention.

The Utah chapter of Moab Base Access, a nonprofit organization, noted that BASE jumping is lawful on Bureau of Land Management property in the area. They added, in a somewhat cautionary tone, that “BASE jumping is all fun and games until you hit your talus and need rescue and surgery.” They haven’t responded to inquiries for comment yet.

Each sheriff’s department in Utah manages its own search and rescue efforts, as outlined by the Utah Search and Rescue Association. In their Facebook message, Grand County EMS highlighted that while this incident gained attention due to its visibility from town, such rescues are part of their regular training.

They expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the community and to bring those in danger back home safely.