It would take almost another month before Pizova would be rescued from the New Zealand wilderness in an ordeal she described Friday as "harrowing." Midway through the hike, as they tried to reach the Lake Mackenzie Hut, things started to go wrong. Kennett said Pizova spent another night outdoors as she remained lost in the deep snow. Kennett said Pizova also tried making snow shoes, crampons and walking sticks from items she found around the hut, attempts which would later impress rescuers. Helicopter searched routeKennett said Pizova survived on food left behind by the wardens, who don't live there during the winter.

Source: CBC News August 26, 2016 11:34 UTC