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Missing NPF was formed to address the gap in public information regarding those who have gone missing on federally managed land. Through developing and maintaining an open, interactive database populated with publicly sourced information, Missing NPF has been cited by numerous blogs, subreddits, YouTube channels, and news agencies, and continues to be an assistive resource by which data is transparently provided to the public-at-large. Developments to this database, and the expansions that we have in development, are only possible through you – the concerned public. Missing NPF supports the call for federal agencies to establish, maintain, and share a full listing of those missing in U.S. National Parks and Forests. Meanwhile, we have established our own, and seek your collaboration in providing a meaningfully detailed source by which to expand public knowledge, identify trends, and empower future search efforts. Join us on this mission.
Missing NPF has made it easier than ever for the public to interact with our data. One of the way we have done this, is by allowing “reviews” to be submitted on certain elements of our data. Otherwise, you can become a member and submit formal recommendations (in the form of a listing) that will be reviewed by the Missing NPF team and, if approved, made available in our database.
Absolutely. One of the first questions we will ask is whether you have formally reported your friend or loved one to the law enforcement entity with jurisdictional responsibility in/near the area where this person went missing. We are more than willing to talk with you if you have not, but please understand that Missing NPF is not a law enforcement entity or a federal agency and, as such, it would be necessary for you to communicate the details you exchange with us to a law enforcement professional.
