Having written a photo essay last winter about treacherous hidden trail hazards, I thought perhaps a follow-up of actual resulting accidents might be enlightening for those who have never been caught in overflow or fallen through candle ice. Most of the time when this occurs we’re more anxious to extricate ourselves than to snap a photo, but once in awhile someone has the presence of mind, and warm enough feet, to grab a camera.
Getting stuck is easy. Getting out again often requires not just the right gear but some know-how as well.