EDITOR,
"Not all those who wander are lost" (Tolkien).But we were.Sort of. Kind of.Mostly...
A recent unexpected overnighteron the back side of Whistler left the three of us feeling a little chilled, a little embarrassed and profoundly regretful forthe anxiety to which we were unintentionally subjecting our friends and loved ones. The following morning found us at the end of Cheakamus Lake (not at all where we had planned to be). We were saved from the arduous trek back to Whistler by a passing helicopter pilot who was kind enough to offer us a lift.We very much appreciated knowing that the Whistler Search and Rescue were there and already searching for us. A heartfelt thank you to all of the professionals who mobilized for the search and for your tireless efforts to keep ourfamily and friendsinformed and comforted until its happy conclusion.
Special thanks to Brad Sills, Scott Aitken, Binty Massey, Matt Bodkin and all the wonderful volunteers at Whistler SAR; S/Sgt. S. LeClair and Cst. S.W. Pope of the RCMP; Sheila Sherkat from the RCMP Victim Services;Blackcomb Helicopter and Whistler Blackcomb Guest Services/mountain Staff.
To our many dear friends who instantly rallied around our worried families generouslylendingyour comfort and support, we cannot thank you enough! We are so very appreciative of your concern and for being there for us... thank you all!
Larry Klein, Tom Honey
and Barry Armstrong
Squamish
