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Search for Missing Hiker in North Fork Area Underway

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Barry J. Tragen

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News Release Date: July 31, 2020

Contact: Gina Kerzman, 406-888-5838

WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 30, 2020] – Search efforts are underway in Glacier National Park for Barry J. Tragen, a 68-year-old Columbia Falls resident.

Tragen’s vehicle was seen parked at Kintla Lake on Wednesday, July 22. A search effort was initiated by park rangers on July 25 after Tragen did not return. The search effort continues this week in conjunction with Flathead County Search and Rescue and Flathead County K9 teams.

Tragen is five feet, ten inches tall and approximately 220 pounds with gray hair and hazel eyes.

 Anyone that may have information or was in the area and saw an individual that fits the description is encouraged to contact the park tip line at 406-888-7077. 



Last updated: July 31, 2020

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