Comments on: Thomas Divide – Indian Creek Motor Trail….with an impromptu rescue effort

By: Nancy

Nancy — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:31:44 +0000

In reply to Angie.

Hey Angie!! Yes, I’m sooo glad it worked out the way it did. Hope you’re doing well–sure brought a smile to my face reading your comment and realizing who wrote it. 🙂

By: Nancy

Nancy — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:30:47 +0000

In reply to Kim.

Hey Kim! My apologies for the long delay responding to this-–I don’t always see comments come through unless I look for them (and I’m just now looking for them)! Yes, you’re wise to never get off trail. My stomach turned when they said they were contemplating the idea of it–I’m so glad they didn’t! Blessings to you too! 🙂

By: Nancy

Nancy — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:29:44 +0000

In reply to Jeff Cunningham.

Hey Jeff! My apologies for the long delay responding to this–I need to figure out how to get notifications when someone comments or else it can take weeks before me to realize they’re here! I definitely think my mom orchestrated this encounter–it’s just the kind of thing she would do. I always love coming across people like you and your brothers on trail–I know you’re prepared and going to take every precaution to stay safe! 🙂

By: Nancy

Nancy — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:27:56 +0000

In reply to Bob Buchanan. My apologies for the long delay responding to this, Bob–I don’t always see comments come through unless I look for them! Yes, it absolutely could have been disastrous and I'm so glad they came across the "lady with hiking poles." :-). Thanks for sharing the info and happy trails!

By: Nancy

Nancy — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:26:49 +0000

In reply to Crela. My apologies for the long delay responding to this, Crela--I don't always see comments come through unless I look for them! Yes, I wish they had had the forethought to bring rain gear. But I think they all learned a VERY valuable lesson as a result! :-)

By: Crela

Crela — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 05:44:53 +0000

Such a great post Nancy! You were a true angel to those boys and they r so blessed that you were there to help! I know their parents were grateful too! I loved the tips u shared about the good and not so good things they did. I guess I was thinking “how could they not have checked the weather forecast”. I know they thought they would make it out before the rain but I’m just the type that would have taken rain gear anyway. Well, hopefully they learned a great deal from their experience and will never b caught unprepared again. I’m just glad u were there and your stories r great reminders of how it get all go wrong so quickly if we r not prepared. Thanks for sharing!

By: Bob Buchanan

Bob Buchanan — Sat, 25 Jan 2020 22:22:03 +0000

Thank you for ssharing.This could have been disastrous. I will share with my hiking buddies.

By: Jeff Cunningham

Jeff Cunningham — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 22:00:18 +0000

Way to go hero! I’m sure your Mom is proud of you! You probably saved their lives that day!

By: Kim

Kim — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 21:42:54 +0000

Such great information. As beautiful as the trails are it’s good to understand how dangerous they can be if you are not well equipped. I don’t think I would ever get off the trail, though. Thank you for sharing your professional knowledge. I think you were definitely put on that trail at that particular place and time for a reason. Many blessings!

By: Angie

Angie — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 19:25:23 +0000

Wow! Thanks for sharing this story. It’s amazing how it worked out and how easily it wouldn’t have if you hadn’t gone hiking in that exact place or even if you got out of bed earlier! Thank the cosmic whatever-that-may-be for your presence at that given moment of need! So many important lessons and reminders for anyone who hikes or has teens who hike. Also, your get a map advice is important for hiking and driving in the mountains. Cell signals aren’t reliable and phones die!