FALL ON ROCK, INADEQUATE PROTECTION

New York, Shawangunks

On November 9, 1986, a man (36) fell 20 meters after his protection pulled on Grease Gun Groove (5.6). He fractured his femur. (Source: Tom Scheuer, Senior Ranger, Mohonk Preserve)

(Editor’s Note: Of the 23 accidents reported from the Shawangunks this year, 16 happened on less than 5.8 terrain. There were no fatalities here this year.)