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Posted by Backcountry (Guest) on August 31, 2007 at 12:53:31 am EDT
In reply to NOLS director killed by rock trundled by hiker posted by Bill S on August 16, 2007 at 11:30:34 am EDT

I have just learned of this story today and can not stop thinking about it. I grew up across the street from Luke and his family and knew them very well. Yes this was a completely senseless act. I don't know of anyone who doens't throw a rock when they come to a cliff. If you know that it is a frequented spot for rock climbers than the last thing in the world you should do is toss anything over the edge. Heaven sakes, though, he is not a criminal just a boy, doing what boys do. Whether or not he should be severely punished to set an example I don't think so. The example has hopefully been set. This has ruined quite a few lives. My prayers and thoughts go out to both families. What a horrible tragedy.

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