After being missing for five weeks, a hiker has been found alive and shares the story of how he managed to survive in the wilderness.

Sam Benastick had been missing for over a month when he was finally discovered. The 20-year-old hiker had embarked on a 10-day journey through Redfern-Keily Park in British Columbia's northern Rocky Mountains, but failed to return on October 19. As temperatures dropped to a bone-chilling -20C, the search and rescue efforts were called off after just one week.

But against all odds, Sam was found by two individuals who were hiking along a trail. They immediately recognized him as the missing hiker and alerted the authorities. Sam shared that he had initially stayed in his car for a few days before making his way to a nearby creek where he camped for nearly two weeks. Luckily, he had a tarp, backpack, and some camping supplies with him when he went missing, which helped him survive in the harsh conditions.

After his time at the creek, Sam moved down the valley and built a camp in a dried-out creek bed. It was there that he was finally discovered and taken to the hospital. The local inn owner, Mike Reid, had gotten to know Sam's family during the search efforts as they had stayed at his establishment. He mentioned that Sam had used his sleeping bag to keep warm by wrapping it around his legs. And when the ambulance arrived, Sam was on the brink of collapse.

Adam Hawkins, the search manager for Prince George Search and Rescue, stated that the conditions in the area were extremely challenging for anyone to survive in, especially with limited supplies and equipment. Even someone with significant experience would struggle. The rugged region is hours away from any towns and features treacherous terrain such as low-lying hills, steep alpine cliffsides, and glaciers.

Mr. Hawkins expressed his curiosity about where Sam was found and what he was doing during his time in the wilderness. He believes that this information can be valuable for future search and rescue operations. In the meantime, stay updated with Metro for the latest news and stories by following us on Whatsapp. Join our community and be the first to know about breaking news.

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