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RescueOutcome: Rescued by SARFall

Rescue — Mt. Moosilauke, Jul 26, 2025

·Mount Moosilauke·Gorge Brook Trail

71-year-old female hiker from Northampton, PA · party of 2

Martha Keck, 71, fell while descending the Gorge Brook Trail on Mt. Moosilauke after summiting, suffering a serious but non-life-threatening injury. She was located 0.43 miles from the trailhead but could not complete the descent and requested assistance. A rescue crew of 13 Dartmouth College students and one bystander EMT carried her out to the trailhead by 6:30 p.m., where she was transported to Littleton Regional Healthcare.

What we can learn

Use caution when enjoying outdoor activities and carry appropriate items to overcome setbacks; your preparation may even help others you encounter who are having problems.

Before you head out: check the forecast, carry the Ten Essentials, leave your plans with someone, and be willing to turn back. See current conditions for Mount Moosilauke →

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