A 23-year-old medical student survived for two weeks on two muesli bars, foraged berries, and creek water while lost in a remote Australian mountain range. He was found in good spirits and reunited with his hiking companions before being taken to the hospital for evaluation.
Key Points
Hiker survived on limited food and water for two weeks
Rescue operation involved over 300 people
Hiker was found in good spirits and in good condition
Pros
Hiker's survival skills and endurance
Successful search and rescue operation
Mild weather conditions during the rescue
Cons
Risk and danger associated with being lost in a remote area