Wow!

I've both dreamt & dreaded this situation.


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We had noodles with some kind of meat, Nelson said. It was so good.

I bet it was candidate for the best meal of his life.


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During the meal, the group started talking amongst themselves in German. After a brief conversation, they told Nelson it would be better for him to join them on the trip to Taco Bar.

Duh.  I wouldn't consider leaving him behind.  He must come and he must be the first on the plane, even if that means the plane has to take an extra trip.  Maybe you encounter his canoe & gear on the way.

Amazing story.

One other take-away, especially for the solo tripper.  The ditch kit.  It must have what you need to survive.  It must be on your person.  Something I'm shamefully lacking.   :-[