The Smell of Dead Pig in the Morning: The Search, Pt IV

On August 4th, a team that consisted of Shari Forbes, a few Calgary Police Services Canine Unit officers and me, put out four pig carcasses in the wilds outside of Calgary so that we may see what scavenged upon them and eventually -- hopefully -- scattered the pigs' remains. On September 2nd, we returned, with...

The Smell of Dead Pig in the Morning: The Search, Pt III

On August 4th, a team that consisted of Shari Forbes, a few Calgary Police Services Canine Unit officers and me, put out four pig carcasses in the wilds outside of Calgary so that we may see what scavenged upon them and eventually -- hopefully -- scattered the pigs' remains. On September 2nd, we returned, with...

The Smell of Dead Pig in the Morning: The Search, Pt II

On August 4th, a team that consisted of Shari Forbes, a few Calgary Police Services Canine Unit officers and me, put out four pig carcasses in the wilds outside of Calgary so that we may see what scavenged upon them and eventually -- hopefully -- scattered the pigs' remains. On September 2nd, we returned, with...

The Smell of Dead Pig in the Morning: The Search, Pt I

A month ago, a team that consisted of Shari Forbes, a few Calgary Police Services Canine Unit officers and me, put out four pig carcasses in the wilds outside of Calgary so that we may see what scavenged upon them and eventually -- hopefully -- scattered the pigs' remains. On Thursday, we returned, with some...

Scattered Remains Podcast

It's here! There is no longer an excuse for searchers to NOT know about scattered and scavenged remains. There is no longer an excuse for searchers to NOT have access to information about how scattering and scavenging can impact the discovery of remains. Yes, there is a gap in research for scattered and scavenged remains,...

Bone Search and Recovery Course

Ever wonder what bone looks like when it isn't inside the body? What happens when scavengers find and act upon a body that's been dumped outdoors? Do scavengers eat the bones, bury them, hide them, bring them back for show and tell for the kids? What the HELL happens to all the damn bones, anyways?...

Next Up: Bones!

It's been nearly a month since Yvonne last posted here. What the heck has she been doing in the meantime? There's been a lot of behind the scenes action. Checking out a possible research site. Designing an online short course in Bone Search and Recovery. Developing her personal website (yvonnekjorlien.wordpress.com) Dealing with Imposter Syndrome. Redecorating...