published Saturday, February 11th, 2012

Climber hurt in Prentice Cooper State Park

Scary moments in a Marion County state park.

A boulder fell, crushing a rock climber's torso.

It happened Friday evening in Prentice Cooper State Park, more than a mile off River Canyon Road.

Rescue crews worked for hours to stabilize the climber, and carry him out of the woods to safety.

Read more at WRCB-Channel 3.

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