Incident Overview
The pilot in command initiated an off-airport landing on a ridgetop, contrary to the passenger's expressed wishes. According to the passenger, the aircraft touched down on rough terrain, bounced several times, and was traveling too fast to stop before striking trees in the landing path but too slow to fly out.
Sequence of Events
After the initial touchdown and bouncing, the pilot added full power and turned the aircraft downslope. During this turn, the aircraft's right wing impacted a tree, with ground impact following immediately thereafter.
Passenger Account
The passenger reported that the aircraft's speed was insufficient to climb out but excessive to stop before the trees ahead. No further details regarding the aircraft's condition or occupant status were provided in the source.