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Campbellsport Today
By the People, for the People
84-Year-Old Airlifted After Fall at Mauthe Lake
Severe facial injuries prompt emergency response and transport to Milwaukee hospital
Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:48am
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A tranquil outdoor scene at Mauthe Lake Campground belies the risks that can lurk on its remote trails.Campbellsport TodayAn 84-year-old man was seriously injured after falling on a trail at Mauthe Lake Campground in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin on Sunday. Due to the severity of his facial injuries, the man was airlifted by Flight for Life to Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee for treatment.
Why it matters
Outdoor recreation areas like Mauthe Lake Campground can pose risks, especially for elderly visitors. This incident highlights the importance of trail safety, emergency response protocols, and access to critical care services for those who suffer serious injuries while enjoying nature.
The details
According to the Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office, the 911 call came in around 4:59 pm on March 29 reporting the fall near the boat launch area. Emergency responders from the Kewaskum Fire Department, Campbellsport Ambulance, and other agencies arrived on the scene and determined the man had fallen onto the compacted gravel trail, sustaining severe facial injuries. A landing zone was established on the entrance road to allow the Flight for Life helicopter to transport the patient to the hospital.
- The 911 call was received at approximately 4:59 pm on March 29, 2026.
- The man was airlifted by Flight for Life to Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee.
The players
Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that responded to the 911 call and coordinated the emergency response.
Kewaskum Fire Department
The fire department that established a landing zone for the medical helicopter.
Campbellsport Ambulance
The ambulance service that responded to the incident at Mauthe Lake Campground.
Flight for Life
The medical helicopter service that airlifted the injured man to the hospital.
Froedtert Hospital
The Milwaukee hospital where the 84-year-old man was transported for treatment of his severe facial injuries.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of trail safety, proper emergency response, and access to critical care services for visitors to outdoor recreation areas, especially for elderly or vulnerable populations.
