Man survives monthlong ordeal in US park on a mushroom, berries and water
Surviving a month in the wilderness on nothing but mushrooms, berries, and water. The first thought that comes to my mind is sheer disbelief. It’s both astonishing and infuriating to ponder the choices made by a man who set out for what he thought would be a simple 20-mile trail run and instead found himself in a monthlong ordeal. The idea of surviving under such conditions stirs conflicting emotions within me—admiration for his resilience, mingled with frustration at his apparent irresponsibility.
The circumstances that led to this survival story are perplexing. From my perspective, venturing into the wilderness with outdated maps and no survival gear is nothing short of reckless.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker