Seattle hiker treated for cold feet

A 19 year old Seattle hiker was treated for cold exposure after her and a friend tried to hike Culchuck Lake on Monday, February 20.

According to Jason Reinfeld, chief of special operations at the Chelan County Sheriff's office, due to being unable to drive up to the trail head in the winter, the girl and her friend hiked up the trail about 2.5 miles before camping overnight. The next morning, the girl's boots were frozen. The pair decided to turn around and hike back, but the 19 year old's feet were to cold to continue. At one point, Reinfeld said the friend carried her and realized they needed to seek help. A deputy responded and a paramedic provided care. The hiker was offered to be transported to the hospital, but declined.