Rescue from Algonquin Peak highlights dangers of winter hiking

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

At the end of November, forest rangers Rob Praczkajlo, Hannah O’Connor and Andrew Lewis rescued Joe Gutch from the top of Algonquin Peak. The 19-year-old was stranded for hours, waist-deep in snow and hypothermic.

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Senator Dan Stec checking in with Ranger Robert Praczkajlo

Monday, January 16, 2023

Senator Dan Stec stops to check in with Ranger Praczkajlo during the World University Games in Lake Placid, NY.

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NYS Park Police, Forest Rangers and State Police Patrol Whiteface Mountain During World University Games

Friday, January 13, 2023

Thousands of collegiate athletes come together from more than 50 countries for 11 days of competition, music, culture, and food in beautiful Lake Placid, NY.

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