Carl McCunn was an American wildlife photographer who set out on a solo journey to the remote wilderness of Alaska in 1981, hoping to capture breathtaking photographs of the wildlife and landscapes in the area. He planned to spend several months living in a tent, away from the noise and distractions of civilization. McCunn classed himself as a skilled outdoorsman who had experience in wilderness survival, and he was confident that he could handle anything that nature threw his way. However, McCunn's journey ended in tragedy months later when he became stranded and forgotten about. Now McCunn is remembered but not for his photography or his daring expeditions, but due to becoming the subject of one of the most infamous wilderness survival stories of all time due to his series of poor decisions. This is the tragic story of Carl McCunn.