Stowe Mountain Rescue Saves a Birthday Party
Is there nothing these folks can't do?
This weekend we knocked the dust off our litter with our first carry of 2026. A very nice woman was visiting Stowe for her friend’s milestone birthday.
They were enjoying a hike on the Pinnacle when a downhill slip caused an injury that brought them to a standstill. When we arrived on scene, we released Birthday Girl to go continue her celebrations, promising to take good care of our subject. We splinted her injury and loaded her into the litter for the hour-long extraction. It was downhill all the way on a mellow path, so a good intro to the season from our perspective. Plus, she was the model subject – friendly, calm, grateful and with a high pain threshold.
Slips and falls happen, and you can never fully eliminate the risk. Take your time, be sure to wear solid footwear and consider hiking with poles for support. Be equipped so that if something does happen, you can stay warm and hydrated while you wait for help. The slip itself might not be preventable, but hypothermia is.
If you ever need us, call 911 - hiking season is here and we’re ready to respond.