A Montana man's hiking trip took a dramatic turn when he slipped and fell, impaling himself on his trekking pole. The pole, which is 44 inches long with a steel tip, passed through the flesh beneath his left arm and out of his back, but missed vital organs. The man, who is 32 years old, decided to hike out of the mountains to get help, rather than opting for a helicopter rescue.

His decision was made after considering the cost of such a rescue. Further details of the incident are available from the source. The man's condition and current status are not specified in the available information.

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