Exhausted Hiker at Kaaterskill Falls (Oct 26)

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Town of Hunter in Greene County

Wilderness Rescue: On Oct. 26 at 9:25 a.m., Forest Ranger Dempf responded to a call for a subject who had collapsed on the trail near Kaaterskill Falls. At 9:40 a.m., Ranger Dempf reached the 53-year-old from New Jersey and the rest of his hiking party. The subject was conscious and alert but showed signs of overexertion. Ranger Dempf provided sustenance, and with the help of Greene County Paramedics and Tannersville Fire, assisted the subject to the top of the trail to an awaiting UTV, which transported him to a Hunter ambulance. The subject declined an ambulance ride to the hospital and decided to seek further medical care on his own. Resources were clear at 10:52 a.m.

DEC encourages hikers to make sure they are hydrated and well-nourished before heading out for a hike. DEC also encourages to plan ahead and prepare, and bring extra food and water in case their hike takes longer than expected. Tips to Hike Smart NYВ are available on theВ DEC website.