The Biggest Hiking Rescue Stories in New Hampshire Over The Year..

[@khoehn54]

Taylor, please continue this. It's a great learning experience and your presentation approach is efficient and to the point. Well done!

[@603outdoors6]

I realize you’re not a journalist, but it might be fun and informative if you were to interview a SAR member or members about what they do, how they train and how hikers could make their job easier.

[@RickINFJ]

Please continue on with these stories Taylor! I look forward to it every week. 😊✌️

[@tspinnh]

Yes, please continue the year review. It is helpful and informative. And highlights the good work done by the rescue orgs and good Samaritans. Thx

[@leedanielson7452]

Being confident will take you very far in life.... But being overconfident, not so much.... Interesting, but sad stories.... Definitely lessons to be learned by watching Taylor's videos.....🥰👍👏🏻🙏🏻

[@BisOutside]

Chris didnt only hike the AT, he was a tripple crowner! rest easy legend.

[@dianeralph4642]

Taylor, I would love for you to continue these rescues. They are very helpful to learn from some of these situations. Years ago my friend and I were stranded in the Adirondack mountains. We had just planned a 2 hour hike therefore we had only water and trail mix. We had no light source, no matches to start a fire. It was the end of October, the temperature was in the 30’s. I have never been that cold. We were in the stages of hypothermia but luckily once it was light enough to follow the blazes, we were able to hike out. Long story short, I always am prepared for everything even if taking a short hike. Thank you for all you do with your channel. It is very informative.

[@leedanielson7452]

Taylor I like these stories! You can continue them....😂

[@OldManDaniel]

Absolutely . . . please continue. There are lessons to be learned.

[@emargaretboston2158]

Yes - please continue this recap of 2024 rescues... very interesting and helpful!

[@MsAcreage]

Good work with this video. It's amazing how often people have no flashlight, low battery power in cell phones and poor preparation. It is also important to realize how often you mentioned "falls"! It can happen to anyone. Hiking with a friend is always good for me! Thanks again!

[@bethhodges2014]

I’d like to hear more of the rescues. Helps to remind us(especially the lone hikers) to be prepared with the essentials and someone who knows where and when you went to hike. ☃️☃️☃️

[@tomellis3218]

Please continue this vlog for I find just interesting but educational. It makes you take a moment to prioritize safety when you’re thinking about a hike, particularly in rugged terrain, or during the winter months when you might have more opportunity for harsh weather.❤😊

[@petrinilevi7811]

These stories are a great learning experience for all of us hikers. I hope you keep it going. It would be interesting to compare, how the seasonal changes in weather and trail conditions, might have a different impacts on accidents. It seems so far, slips and lack of lighting are a common theme.

[@sticktheeagle]

Very interesting!! I had quite the experience in August of this year on my thru hike when I wasn't sure if I would make it out with my ankle I twisted on Mount Pierce. Cold 40s and 60+ mph winds can still lead to dangerous conditions even in the summer! I was 20 hours late checking in to Madison hut and it was an experience I will always remember from the Whites!

[@Community-Action]

Great video!! Many new hikers in the White mountains lately. Safely having fun is most important which starts with training and awareness. Your videos help teach and remind hikers the dangers of being in wilderness with real world examples.

[@johnsandell4501]

Continue please, you may save a hiker. To all the rescuers, please pat yourself on your back. Thanks for helping save hikers or recover their body.

[@Flyfisher-gt8kn]

Please continue with the rescues. Plus keep doing the weekly trail condition reports. It will save a life someday.

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

thanks! I'm going to try to find a consistent schedule for those weekly trail reports in the new year. life's busy!

[@theresalibby3787]

Yes, please continue. I think it lets people know that things can happen to anyone and I was not aware how often this happens.

[@stellablue7609]

I don't even live in N.H or anywhere close but love listening to these stories. Good info for all, Thanks! Keep up the good work !

[@susietopspin]

I feel these stories should be shared with new hikers especially when it comes to the 10 essentials. When I first started hiking I wasn’t aware but now carry for the wore case scenario. Thanks for sharing Taylor. Happy trails.🤘🏻🥾⛰️

[@robbinwhaley9378]

Yes I would love to see more videos like this. 😊 Thanks for sharing. Hope you have a wonderful new year!!!

[@mariapafflackduck3170]

Hearing these listed back to back had a great impact on me. Sure, I heard about some of these as the year went along, but nothing gave me the sense of just how frequent rescues were over the year. Wow. A couple of the cases reminded me of the times in my normal hiking, I helped people off some of mountains before they needed to call a rescue. It makes you wonder how many times other routine hikers helped the lesser prepared they came across. Too many to count, I'm sure. There are those cases of horrible accidents/unforeseen circumstances for the experienced but It amazes me that there are so many other people out there who go hiking up even the 3Ks armed w little more than their waterbottles.

[@beckiejani7782]

We carry extra headlamps. You never know who is going to need one!

[@skipbourkeGB]

Amazing how many rescues occur in Nahamsha throughout the year and the selfless bravery of the rescue teams. There should be more attention paid to the dangers of these hikes, the need for education/accountability, and the resources that are expended in these rescues. My wife and I love hiking in the Whites but stay very, very cautious and don't overextended our abilities. Still, accidents can occur, some legit and some from foolish/frivolous preparation. Please continue your efforts. Your collected information should be shared throughout not only the hiking communities but with all tourism and recreational outlets in general.

[@bobpalermo8793]

I found this very interesting. It's a reminder to me that I need to pack more gear for a possible overnight stay while winter hiking which I do weekly.

[@christiinohio681]

Love these public service vlogs about trail safety and events.

[@jzoop1]

Yes, it's very interesting. So many rescues. Great SAR teams deserve the recognition, and some donations too.

[@rolainebearhart7622]

I would love to see more of these videos! Thank you for making these videos, Taylor 😊

[@RichardHobart]

I can't believe how many incidents you reported and only got through May! I knew about several of these but did not know there were so many more. As much as I dislike too many signs I feel that we do need more aggressive warnings on the existing ones. Thank you so much for putting this together.

[@OccamsToaster]

The NH SAR database indicts that there have been just about 100 incidents per year since 2019. For 2024 it lists 24 through the end of May (I didn't count during the video but would have guessed she listed about 20) and 92 as of 11/23. In the scheme of things that's not really a lot. According to the state, just the *fall* tourism season brought 4.3 million visitors into the state. Just the White Mountains have an annual visitation of more than 6 million. The state reports that 12% of people who spent the night planned to go hiking, and I'd guess that doesn't count all pf the people who were camping instead of staying in motels and such. So how many people actually go hiking in a year? If we figure 12% of the people who visited just the Whites it's 720,000 people. That would mean there's a rescue of some sort for 1 of every 7200 hikers. Your chances of dying in a traffic accident this year are about 1 in 8500. Chances of being seriously hurt are harder to pin down, but how about we figure it's only twice as likely and call it 1 in 4250. How worried are you that you'll die or be seriously injured in a traffic accident in 2025?

[@carolleslie4313]

Really appreciate these rescue recaps Taylor. Happy New Year!!

[@cathyhall1338]

Please keep them coming. Stay safe and Happy New Year!

[@Chadginski]

Happy New Year Taylor ❤

[@TrailoFire]

Haven't seen you in awhile, i got take get caught up on your videos. Thanks for sharing this helpful info and Hope you had a good holiday

[@noveltynation8759]

We watch all of your videos - but these are informative. I think it's good to shed light on potential dangers since many people get into it without taking them into account, myself included.

[@kellyvankelegom9778]

I SUPER appreciate these! Thank you for all the important information you share with us! Love all your videos! ❤️

[@cfdrescue]

well done another great video

[@grimdrown7293]

very interisting

[@Chricke87]

Great recap, thanks! Looked up a video of the flume slide, looks like a cool hike but yeah doing it downhill is asking for trouble 😱

[@HoffAppFarm]

I say keep them up! Maybe in 2025, do a monthly wrap up vs yearly to keep it smaller and fresher in our minds? Great stuff!!

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

great idea!

[@davidandmoose1499]

I just purchased my 2025 Hike Safe card. Everyone should.

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

perfect!! i'm going to make a video about hike safe cards soon

[@beckiejani7782]

​@@TaylortheNahamshaHikerGreat idea! Looking forward to it!

[@Carpfamily10]

@@TaylortheNahamshaHikerplease do! I’ve never heard of them before.

[@Chris_Wray]

This is so interesting

[@rangerinthewoods]

Interesting. Keep up the good work.

[@craigcampbell6961]

Interesting - do more.

[@stephenodonovan4168]

I think this is a great video series, because at a certain point the government will just shut down the hiking trails as an activity that’s too dangerous, which will ruin it for everyone else. Many people underestimate the white mountains and exactly how strenuous the hikes are and how dangerous the conditions are. Every year I camp in Franconia and every year there are rescues while I’m there. Taylor is just giving the highlights of the ones that made the news; there are many more!!! There will always be the occasional slip and falls, but I constantly see individuals that have no place being out on these mountains.

[@lancerproductions57]

I too see unprepared hikers on the trail all the time. I find it frustrating and maddening because these are the people that expect others to risk their lives to bail them out because they didn’t know the hazards, didn’t do the research and prepare adequately. Just last week I was on Franconia ridge and saw multiple people with very small packs which could hold nothing as far as survival gear. Not a place to be unprepared for sure. Especially in the winter months.

[@OccamsToaster]

People in government spend too much time listening to stupid people, but they're never going to shut down a cash cow like hiking tourism. NH legislators may be able to convince the residents that people whose rescues aren't the result of a traffic accident or a heart attack should be billed, but if any of them are ever stupid enough to suggest keeping people out of the mountains people will set them straight in a hurry.

[@HeatherRavenscroft]

Please continue

[@jeannenimmo5]

Great video and recaps of mishaps. Please continue along these lines - not only educational, but factual accounts. Perhaps a little historical background of hazards and accidents/deaths in the Whites might be worth-while. Many who venture there are unaware how different the conditions can be just a couple of miles from the trailheads. The valleys/notches can seem so benign and friendly, while just two miles up the mountains, things are quite different. Be well, stay safe. 🥾

[@hermitgrizzly4994]

Keep going

[@RedCatt423]

Interesting and overwhelming. SAR responders need to be paid. Totals per month....unbelieveable

[@RedStickLouisiana]

Is this a lot? I live in Louisiana, which is mostly flat and rarely fails below freezing. We are more likely to have heat emergencies rather than hypothermia problems.

[@kathleentognacci9358]

First 😅 Happy New Year Lee!

[@leedanielson7452]

Darn it, you beat me to the punch! Happy new year mom and family!!!!❤😂🎉🎉🎉

[@christiinohio681]

Pretty background

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Thank you. How many total for the year?

[@OccamsToaster]

The NH SAR database reports 92 in 2024, through 11/23. If we figure 8 more in December (for an even 100) it's an average of 95 per year from 2019 to present.

[@JK-id6fm]

Please do not underestimate mother nature. Things can change very quickly. Mount Washington is known for winds in excess of 90 mph. Light source -- should have two just in case. Warmth. Should have an emergency space blanket and fat wood to burn. Waterproof matches to ensure you can light the fat wood.

[@jeannehiscoxdavis]

Yes, by all means, finish the year.

[@WolfCat8922]

I enjoy being a low key New England bumble bee

[@xbringyourboardx]

I’ve descended the Flume twice and it really is a bad idea. When I did it this past fall, I had trail runners with nano spikes (VJ Ice Hero), as there was a little snow and ice, and could not grip anything. I scooted down on my a$$. Not a very fast way to trail run. It’s legit sketchy

[@NeverTakeNoCut-offs]

I almost died on the Kanc yesterday. Does that count?

[@OccamsToaster]

Not to the people who whine about how many rescues of hikers there are or how much they cost.

[@NeverTakeNoCut-offs]

@@OccamsToaster Some people do get self-important about their hobbies. Gatekeepers, I believe.

[@Peachs1111]

Interesting

[@spiderbip]

I like this

[@flaskehrlenmeyer4349]

this is very useful to have a digest of the rescues. any chance you can also do vermont?

[@isabellec857]

Why would experienced hikers go hike in -20 degrees and colder? They can check the weather forecasts before going outside. More education should be done , also Mountains should put close signs when weather is very bad. Come on people , be smart , be conscious that if it took you 3 hours to hike , it will take them 4 hours to get to you to rescue you.

[@RedStickLouisiana]

Maybe they are trying for a Darwin award.

[@OccamsToaster]

That's one of the dumbest things I'll see today. There are probably well over 100 trailheads in NH, and you think somebody should go out and put up a "Closed" sign on each of them and then take it down again every time it's cold or snowing a lot?

[@mpiper]

How terrible that you are profiting off other people's misfortunes!

[@beckiejani7782]

NO ONE is profiting off this. Well, maybe hospitals and funeral homes. SAR and NH Fish and Game were in the hole due to expensive rescues (Black Hawk isn't free), so the state started charging for negligent rescues. Believe me, no one is getting rich.