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Rescue — Mt. Willard, Aug 19, 2023

·Mount Willard·Mt. Willard Trail

55-year-old woman from Belmont, MA · party of 2

Karen Glover, 55, slipped and twisted her ankle shortly after beginning her descent from the summit of Mt. Willard on August 19, 2023, leaving her unable to bear weight. Her hiking companion descended to notify AMC Highland Center staff, who called 911. Conservation Officers and LRSAR responded, placed Glover in a rescue litter, and carried her to the trailhead, where she was transported to a hospital by her companion.

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