NH Fish And Game Locate Overdue Ultra-Runner On Trail In Lincoln

LINCOLN, NH — New Hampshire Fish & Game Department was notified of an overdue ultra-runner from his trip to the Pemigewasset Wilderness on Friday

The runner, identified as Chris Naimie, 60, of Wilmot, was reported as overdue by his family, according to conservation officers. The family believed he planned to finish the 26-mile trek around 4 pm. Naimie had set out to run a loop starting from the Eastside trail to the Shoal Pond Trail and returning via Thoreau Fall’s Trail to the Lincoln Woods parking area.

Due to the oncoming low temperatures and the family's reported lack of cold-weather gear, a search response was initiated. Conservation officers and volunteers from the Pemigewasset Valley Search and Rescue Team began to respond to the Lincoln Woods parking area. At approximately 8:30 pm, a conservation officer was able to locate Naimie by ATV along the Eastside Trail.

Naimie had lost his light source and was trying to navigate in the dark. In addition, based on the conditions of the trail, the run took him longer than he expected. Naimie was otherwise uninjured, according to conservation officers.

New Hampshire Fish and Game reminded outdoor enthusiasts winter conditions remain in some areas of the state. Snow and slush persist on many of the hiking trails.

Prepare yourselves before venturing 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.

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