Something the article doesn't mention though, is the only way he could have been lost for so long is to not have a map and compass, GPS, or means of communication with him. Part of the reason I wasn't expecting this to have a happy ending is it never really occurred to me that someone going into the bush alone wouldn't have a PLB.

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[–] Dave 2 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

It does seem he was familiar with the area, as he basically walked around until he recognised something. Pretty nuts though, like you say, that's a hell of an area to go into alone with no means of communication and no backup plan.

[–] skeezix@lemmy.world 1 points 6 months ago (1 children)

What’s a plb

[–] amorangi 4 points 6 months ago

Personal Locator Beacon. When activated, it talks to a satellite with your position and says you need rescuing.