nys forest rangers

One Upstate New York man was saved, but his younger brother perished after the two fell through thin ice while fishing on a lake in Otsego County on Saturday afternoon, according to DEC Forest Rangers. The two men were from Richfield Springs, in Otsego County.

It was a busy day for these first responders, but that's why they're there to protect hikers exploring the great outdoors.

With rapid conditions in that creek, it was perfect for their training. See exactly what they did.

The DEC hopes to employ approximately 25 Assistant Forest Rangers in various capacities across the state.