The facts on the scout that was missing in July are a little different than what was reported here. IIRC, he was separated from his group but was never actually lost. He had a map and a compass, as well as firemaking gear. I believe that he came out on a trailhead pretty much where he was supposed to be, meeting searchers coming up the other way.
Mistakes were made but at least he was equipped.

A much happier ending than this one will be, I'm afraid.

Regards, Vince

Edit: Here's the link to the story of the first scout. Sounds like a pretty sharp kid. Maybe all hope is not lost for the next generation!

http://deseretnews.com/dn/view/0%2C1249%2C595081157%2C00.html