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Discovery of the Crash
- Yosemite Ranger Tim Setnicka first learned about the plane crash when skiers found a plane wing in an unexpected location.
- Federal agents soon got involved, signaling a serious and unusual investigation in the park.
Impact of Stoneman Meadow Riot
- The Stoneman Meadow riot exposed a cultural clash between youth campers and park management.
- This event led to a complete shift in Yosemite management style and law enforcement training.
Yosemite Mafia Rangers Emerge
- A core group of young Rangers, dubbed the "Yosemite Mafia," gained unique skills and formed tight bonds.
- This group's presence influenced park culture and law enforcement evolution in the 1970s.