A hiker who underestimated the conditions on a backpacking trip in the White Mountains was saved by the SOS function on his dying cell phone.
According to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, Gary Sullivan of Acton set off well-prepared for a two-day trip in the Twin Range on Thursday, February 20. The 52-year-old had a tent, a Hike Safe card and the 10 essentials, however, he had read reports saying that snowshoes were not required and opted to bring traction devices instead.
