Runner Survives 30 Days Lost in Washington Wilderness

Robert Schock was rescued after surviving on berries and a single mushroom, enduring severe hardship that he says aged him several years.

Robert Schock, a musician and runner from Blaine, Washington, intended a short run in North Cascades National Park but became lost for 30 days.
Schock was unprepared for an extended stay, lacking proper gear and relying on an outdated map that didn't reflect trail closures from recent wildfires.
He survived by eating berries and a single mushroom, suffering from severe dysentery and losing hope as rescue seemed unlikely.
Schock's dog, Freddy, was found by the Whatcom Humane Society, which led authorities to begin a search after contacting Schock's mother.
His rescue came when members of the Pacific Northwest Trail Association heard his final cries for help, leading to his airlift to a hospital for recovery.