I've been checking this thread every couple of hours hoping that Mr. Likely has been found alive and well. I can't imagine what his friends and family are going through.
Originally Posted By: Snacking Bear
I wholeheartedly agree.
I tend to agree too, with a caveat. On most of my hikes, I like to spend some time by myself. Mt. Whitney is different though - being able to keep an eye of friends is more important than 'alone time,' but on my monthly training hikes, I tend to separate myself from the group, even it is just a brief period of time.
I wonder if Mr. Likely is similar and if it is part of the reason why he was left alone?
