CONTACT:
Conservation Officer Thomas Houghton
603-271-3361
August 8, 2025
Jaffrey, NH – On August 7, 2025 at 1:27 p.m., New Hampshire Fish and Game was notified by Southwestern New Hampshire District Fire Mutual Aid about an injured hiker on the White Cross Trail in Monadnock State Park. The victim, Robin Bromley, 42, of Moosup, CT, was hiking solo when she suffered an ankle injury during a fall. Passersby made a call to 911 and waited with Bromley until rescuers arrived.
Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Mountain Patrol Rangers, Conservation Officers, and volunteers from Upper Valley Wilderness Response Team responded to the White Cross Trail. Bromley was located at approximately 2,400 feet of elevation. After receiving medical attention, Bromley was placed in a litter and carried down to the trailhead at Monadnock State Park Headquarters, arriving at the trailhead at 5:11 p.m. Bromley refused ambulance transportation and was transported from the State Park in a personal vehicle.
Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to purchase a Hike Safe card at http://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, please visit hikesafe.com.