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Hiker Found Dead in New Hampshire; Winter Safety Urged

4/23/2026

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Kent Wood, a 61-year-old hiker from Massachusetts, was found dead on the Kinsman Pond Trail in Lincoln, New Hampshire.
Family members reported him missing after not hearing from him since Saturday afternoon.
A search began on Tuesday.
His body was located about 5.5 miles from his vehicle.
New Hampshire Fish and Game officials emphasized winter preparedness and advised hikers to plan accordingly and inform others of their whereabouts.

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Story summary

Kent Wood, a 61-year-old hiker from Massachusetts, was found dead on the Kinsman Pond Trail in Lincoln, New Hampshire.
Family members reported him missing after not hearing from him since Saturday afternoon.
A search began on Tuesday.
His body was located about 5.5 miles from his vehicle.
New Hampshire Fish and Game officials emphasized winter preparedness and advised hikers to plan accordingly and inform others of their whereabouts.