Injured Hiker From Maine Rescued From Mountain By NH Fish & Game

ALTON, NH — At approximately 10:30 a.m. on Friday, New Hampshire Fish and Game was called to rescue an injured hiker, identified as Alan Helmreich, 59 of Sanford, Maine, on the orange trail on Mount Major.

NH Fish and Game said he was hiking alone and while on his way down from the summit he injured his leg and was unable to put weight on it. Rescuers were able to carry him back to the summit where he could be placed in the back of an OHRV and driven to the awaiting ambulance at the bottom at approximately 2:30 p.m.

Rescuers from Alton Fire and Rescue and Lakes Region Search and Rescue as well as conservation officers contributed to the rescue.

New Hampshire Fish & Game is a self-funded agency, which relies heavily upon volunteer rescue groups to complete the mission of search and rescue in the woodlands of the state. The public is encouraged to help support search and rescue activities in the state by purchasing a Hike Safe Card.

New Hampshire Fish and Game reminds hikers to prepare themselves before venturing out into the wilderness, including packing the 10 essential items; map, compass, warm clothing, extra food and water, headlamp, fire starter, first aid kit, whistle, rain/wind jackets and pants, and a knife.

For additional information, visit www.hikeSafe.com.