Two hikers in New York’s Adirondack Mountains sparked a rescue mission over Memorial Day weekend because they ate psychedelic mushrooms, got lost, and were convinced their friend had died.⁠ ⁠ The incident occurred Saturday on Cascade Mountain, a popular trail near Lake Placid, according to a press release from the New York Department of Environmental Conservation. Two hikers had dialed 911, claiming the third member of their party had died. The pair also encountered a summit steward, who quickly realized they were in an “altered mental state.” Forest ranger Robert Praczkajlo responded to the hikers’ call for help and escorted them off the trail, where an ambulance — and the New York State Police — were waiting. The friend who they thought had died also called during the rescue. Happily, authorities determined them to be alive and well, and they were helped back to their campsite by a forest ranger.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #hiking #hikers #newyork #adirondack...