Belfast Hiker Rescued from Icy Precipice Trail at Acadia
Belfast Hiker Rescued from Icy Precipice Trail at Acadia A Belfast man had to be rescued by helicopter from the Precipice Trail at Acadia National Park. Park officials say the 26-year-old man was not prepared for the conditions on the trail, which is challenging in good weather. The Precipice is a rugged non-technical climb in the summer, with open cliff faces and iron rungs. This hiker, who was experiencing his first trip to the park, didn't have any type of crampons or traction control devices to deal with the icy ledges created after recent rains followed by very cold weather. All trails i...
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