Jeff Maurer, a Wildlife Biologist at Yosemite National Park, died Sunday, August 30, after falling from the Third Pillar, a technical rock climbing route on Mount Dana. Maurer, 47, has worked in the park for the past 3 years. Prior to that, he worked at the Yosemite Institute, taught at the University of California at Davis, and did research for many conservation organizations.
Funeral arrangements are pending and condolences to the family can be sent to:
The Maurer Family
c/o Peter Maurer
3460 Coon Hollow Rd.
Placerville, CA 95667
Our deepest sympathies go out to Jeff’s family and loved ones.