Hiker injured at Kaaterskill Falls (Sept 12)

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Town of Hunter in Green County

Wilderness Rescue: On Sept. 12 at 11:40 a.m., Forest Ranger Dempf responded to a call for a hiker who had fallen near Kaaterskill Falls and was bleeding from their arm. At 11:55 a.m., Ranger Dempf reached the 68-year-old from North Carolina who was halfway up the stone step trail. His hiking partner and three good Samaritans used their shirts in an attempt to stop the bleeding and help. Ranger Dempf provided first aid, wrapped the wound, stopped the bleeding, and helped the hiker to the top of the falls where he was met by Ranger Fox, Hunter Police, Hunter Ambulance, and Greene County Paramedics. The subject refused further medical treatment and advised he would get a ride to the hospital from his friend. Resources were clear at 1:30 p.m.