CONTACT:
Sgt. Alex Lopashanski
603-744-5470
603-271-3361
October 17, 2024
Moltonborough, NH – On Wednesday, October 16 shortly after 1:00 p.m., New Hampshire Fish and Game was notified that a hiker was injured on the Mt. Roberts Trail in the area of Castle in The Clouds. The hiker was Diane Dempster, 61, of Decatur, GA. Dempster was hiking with two friends when she injured her ankle and was unable to continue hiking. The group was able to call 911 for assistance. She was over 1.5 miles from the trailhead.
Along with Conservation Officers, members of Moltonborough Fire and Rescue, Tuftonboro Fire and Rescue, Stewarts Ambulance, and Lakes Region Search and Rescue responded. Dempster was treated, packaged in a litter, and carried out to a waiting UTV which transported her the remaining distance to the trailhead. She arrived back at the trailhead shortly after 4:00 p.m. and was taken from the scene by ambulance to Lakes Region General Hospital in Laconia for treatment.
Lakes Region Search and Rescue is a highly skilled volunteer search and rescue organization whose members work hard to maintain the skills and equipment necessary to carry out rescues across the state. Anyone can donate to LRSAR through the New Hampshire Outdoor Council at www.nhoutdoorcouncil.org. Donations are fully tax deductible. Outdoor enthusiasts are also encouraged to purchase a Hike Safe card at www.wildnh.com/safe. The card helps support Fish and Game search and rescue activities. For safe hiking tips and a list of essential gear, visit hikesafe.com.