A deaf hiker fell from a steep height 700 feet — but when rescuers reached her, they discovered she wasn’t alone.

Young adulthood is often a time for discovery, independence, and testing personal limits. Many people choose to travel, explore new cultures, or challenge themselves through outdoor adventures.

For some, these experiences take place in familiar environments, while for others, they unfold in remote and extreme landscapes. One such story involves Amelia Milling, a young adventurer who set out alone into the wilderness of Alaska in search of a challenging hiking experience.