Raw emotions were flowing when this 20 year old snowmobiler was reunited with loved ones after spending 24 hours lost in the Idaho backcountry in a snowstorm. The Preston, Idaho resident may loose a toe and some toenails to frostbite but is happy to have survived. He recognizes he was underprepared for the contingency of spending a night in the backcountry and plans on bringing more than just a lighter next time he ventures out in the backcountry.
Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture.... More by Francis Xavier