Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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Kelly Woods visits with Tyler Doggett in a candid conversation about some of the mental health difficulties that often accompany a career in wildland fire. Tyler openly shares his story which includes a chance search and rescue, a shattered femur, battles with alcohol, and the loss of loved ones. It also includes the power of gaining perspective, seeking help, healing, and hope.



 



If you or someone you know is experiencing a suicidal crisis or emotional distress, contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7 at 988.



 



Incidents central to Tyler’s story:



 



South Canyon Fire 1994: lessons.wildfire.gov/incident/south-canyon-fire-entrapment-fatalities-1994



Bishop Fire 2020: lessons.wildfire.gov/incident/bishop-fire-seat-fatalities-2020