MOUNT WASHINGTON — Conquering obstacles is nothing new for Dana Albrycht, 42, of Simsbury, Conn., nor is helping others in the disabled community.
But even for him, his upcoming quest (on Sunday and Monday) to hike the 22-mile Presidential Range on crutches is a daunting challenge that he hopes will illustrate what those with disabilities can accomplish.
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