This guy tried to valiently to save his family and paid the ultimate price. While you sit in your warm house with computer in hand, you know not what happened - so your opinion is just that.
Pray for his family and leave the snide comments aside.
Great statement! It is easy to say "He should have done this and this because I would have." But, until that time comes no one really knows exactly what they will do in every situation.
word---if you were stuck, lost, really had no training in survival skills or outdoor living--he took a rational risk. Unfortunately he paid with his life. he is a hero.