Friday, January 9, 2026, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Why do some people lose their lives in America’s national parks? Randi Minetor, author of nine books in the non-fiction "Death in the National Parks" series, explores the fatal mistakes people make when they venture into unfamiliar wilderness. Randi will share highlights of her in-depth research and what it reveals about the people who perish in the parks. She will offer insights about why people are driven to challenge themselves in the wilderness no matter the odds against their safe return and provides helpful tips on how to avoid your own disaster in a national park.​ Registration is required.