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Rescue — Castle Trail, Aug 6, 2025

·Castle Trail

David Smith, 59, from East Wallingford, VT

On August 6, 2025, David Smith, 59, suffered a serious leg injury on the Castle Trail approximately 4.2 miles from Route 2. A trail runner discovered him and notified NH Fish and Game. Due to the difficult terrain, distance, and rescuer resource constraints, the Army National Guard was called in and successfully extracted Smith by helicopter to Gorham Airport, where he was transported to Androscoggin Valley Hospital.

Before you head out: check the forecast, carry the Ten Essentials, leave your plans with someone, and be willing to turn back.

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