Fowler-O’Sullivan Foundation

06/01/2026

The missing. 😔

05/31/2026

Day 3, waiting for the doors to open!

05/29/2026

We’re at in Las Vegas this weekend! Come stop by our booth to connect, learn about our work supporting families of missing hikers, and meet the community behind the mission.

And as a bonus — we have signed copies of Trail of the Lost and Ranger Confidential by Andrea Lankford available, or grab both for a $40 donation that helps families of missing hikers.

Missing from the Pacific Crest Trail

05/25/2026

When I saw an injured hiker needing a ride from Warner Springs to Idyllwild this morning, it seemed like a good way to help out. As I pulled into Warner Springs, I found two more hikers also trying to get to Idyllwild, so the four of us headed up the mountain together, stopping for lunch at Paradise Valley Cafe along the way.

The town is packed for the holiday weekend, but we were able to find one room at the Idyllwild Bunkhouse for the couple, and I brought Bliss back with me. Thanks to Raj for helping with the room at the bunkhouse. - Cathy

Pictured are: Katie and Josh from Texas, and Bliss from Minnesota.

05/18/2026

It was a pleasure meeting PCT hikers, Heng (Canada) and Markus (Germany) in picture one. Disco (Arizona) Isabella and Max (Germany) picture two. Enjoy your journey! - Cathy.

05/14/2026

We are looking forward to hearing your story

05/10/2026

Today, on Mother’s Day, our hearts are with the mothers still searching for answers — and also with the mothers who were finally able to bring their loved ones home.

At the Fowler-O'Sullivan Foundation, we have met many incredible mothers who continue to fight for their missing loved ones with strength, hope, and determination that never fades.

We also think of the families who now have a place to visit, a place to grieve, and a place to remember.

Today we honor them all.
We remember the missing.
And we continue our mission because every hiker deserves to come home.

To all the moms, grandmas, daughters, brothers, and families carrying love for someone missing or gone too soon — we are thinking of you today. ❤️

05/06/2026

The Fowler-O’Sullivan Foundation featured on NewsNation’s Missing with Marni Hughes discussing the disappearance of Elaine McKinley and the ongoing efforts to help bring answers to families of missing hikers.

We’re grateful to Marni Hughes and the NewsNation team for helping shine a light on cases that deserve continued attention.

Watch the segment below. ⬇️

Elaine McKinley, hiker with Alzheimer's, missing over a year | Missing

05/04/2026

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05/03/2026

We want to thank Nomad Ventures for inviting us once again to Idyllwild Trail Days. We had a wonderful time meeting hikers and everyone who stopped by to say hello.
A special thank you to Janet, one of our board members, and Erica (“Ted Talk”), a PCT hiker, for helping throughout the day — you both did a great job.
One of the highlights for us was meeting three winners of this year’s Garmin inReach giveaway for PCT hikers who are currently hiking the trail. To our surprise, they each came up to us individually and shared that they had received one of our devices. Even more special, they were from three different countries — United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. It was an awarding and memorable moment to see our hiker safety program reaching hikers from around the world.
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