A Ridgway man was rescued by the Hinsdale County Search and Rescue team near the top of Engineer Pass on Oct. 23, after attempts by Ouray Mountain Rescue Team were thwarted by weather.

Barrie Bloom, 69, was first reported missing near Bear Creek Trail and Engineer Pass.

Ouray Mountain Rescue Team Capt. Ruth Stewart said Bloom texted his girlfriend around 8 a.m., saying he might need some help and asking her to contact the Sheriff’s Office. His message said not to contact the search and rescu...