David won because he figured out a reliable food source, Larry didn't. There was no way Larry could win. He did fight the odds though, his game changed once he moved his camp. If he had figured out a food source like David did, I think they would both still be there. Was this season the same time of year as season 1? Seemed like it was a little earlier in the year. Jose, I couldn't believe he just stood in the water till Wade came to pick him up. Had to be at least 20-45 minutes before they came for him. Found this on the net.
FAQ #1
Where did you get that green wool hoodie?
That is a Boreal Shirt from Lester River Bushcraft. It is made from 100% pre-shrunk US Army blanket wool. Yes, it is a little scratchy, but since you never wear it against bare skin it is a non-issue. My Boreal Shirt performed flawlessly. In cold/wet weather, nothing beats wool as it retains insulation value even when damp. Wool is also antimicrobial. They are not inexpensive but worth every penny. I wore mine 24/7 from the 2-week point, even while sleeping. In my opinion there is no better insulation garment for long-term wilderness living in a cold and wet place like Vancouver Island. Paired with a waterproof top layer, you have a bombproof system.
What was your first meal after you won?
There is no KFC on Vancouver Island. They checked. Down at the beach they pulled the boat in and gave me a roast beef sandwich and bag of BBQ chips. The helicopter dropped me off at a cabin and they gave me two grocery bags of food: Trail mix, Jerky, ORGANIC PEANUT BUTTER, English muffins, apples. I couldn’t stop eating the peanut butter. It was like crack. The raisins tasted incredibly sweet, as I hadn’t had sugar in over two months. My first cup of coffee was a spiritual experience. Later that night the Production Crew cooked me a proper meal at the house they used as home base near Port Hardy, chicken, beef patties, veggies, chips, dip, salad. It felt like I had died and gone to heaven.
How much weight did you lose on the island?
Hard to say exactly. I was about 195 lbs when I left for the bush and about 160 lbs when they picked me up, so around 35 lbs. I had stopped losing weight early in my second month as my diet of fish, crabs, Keyhole Limpets, and Bull Kelp increased. I was able to maintain my weight at that much reduced level.
Because I had been eating regular meals, once a day, for the previous few weeks I was not afflicted with “re-feeding syndrome” that affects people who have endured total starvation for an extended period.
Do you know those weren’t Dungeness crabs you were eating?
YES! I had never been to the PNW or seen a Dungeness crab. I had asked a Canadian crewmember what kind of crabs they had in the area and he said Dungeness. I remembered that when I started catching crabs. Unfortunately I used the name every time I referred to them and the show never corrected my error on screen. They were actually Northern Kelp Crabs, considered less desirable than the famous Dungeness. Ignorance is bliss and it was an emotional boost to think I was eating expensive meals. Regardless, Northern Kelp Crabs have meaty claws and the flavor is on par with other crabs I’ve eaten. I apologize to everyone who makes a living selling Dungeness crabs either as a fisherman or chef. I have yet to eat one but look forward to it.
