News people used to use the Who, What, Where, When, Why, How method of collecting information, which is apparently no longer in use.

So, to assist in intrepid cub reporter who happens to be on the scene first, what should he ask?

For starters:

Were you familiar with this area for your hike/climb/raft trip/etc?

Were you hiking alone? Did you have a plan in case you were lost or injured?

Were you carrying any survival equipment for shelter, fire, signaling, water and food?

Do you know how to use all the equipment you were carrying?

Did you carry clothing appropriate for weather changes?

Did you leave word with people as to where you were going and when you would be back? Did you deviate from those plans?

Did you have a GPS with you?

When you first realized you were lost, did you stop and wait for rescuers, or continue onward? Please explain why you did what you did.

What else?

Sue