Perhaps he truely needed rescue the second time. That is what the SAR folks work for - rescuing folks who need rescue - even if they are repeat customers.

One thing for certain, this individual clearly doesn't have the sense to approach wilderness travel with the proper level of respect and preparation.

Oh good god. Some people....

He deserves to spend some time in quiet contemplation of what I consider stupidity.

I'm no outdoorsman by any means, but even I bloody well know you don't go alone!

Was Skalak's case ever resolved?

(can't wait to see Doug's shot show report)

Not to date, that I know of.