Forest Rangers, Hensonville Hose Company Rescues Hiker & Dog

BLACKHEAD MOUNTAIN — On March 20 at 5:40 p.m., Forest Ranger Fox responded to a call for four hikers lost on Blackhead Mountain. One member of the group reported feeling woozy. 

All four hikers from New Jersey were cold and wet and required rescue. At 6:45 p.m., members of Hensonville Hose Company located the group and their dog and assisted them down the Escarpment Trail. At 8 p.m., Rangers Commerford and Fox met the group and provided dry clothing, headlamps, food, and water. 

They reached Big Hollow Trailhead at 10:30 p.m. and declined further care from Windham Ambulance.