A New York man whose body was found this week in Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve after his car was found in a picnic area lot in May, had previously been rescued in February after getting lost during a trip to the park.

Hikers found Bryan Skilinski’s body Monday near Milwaukee Peak. He was last seen May 8 leaving the Sand Pit Picnic Area. A park ranger later discovered his vehicle parked in the lot, and a search was initiated.

Skilinski didn’t obtain a permit or leave an itinerary for his trip with family and his destination in the park was unknown.

In February, Skilinski became disoriented on the first day of his park visit while hiking in deep snow and was unable to find his way back to his vehicle. He spent the next five days trying to find his way back, while exposed to snowstorms, high winds and below-freezing temperatures at night.

After his vehicle was discovered in a parking lot, searchers found him about a mile south of the park visitor center. Related Articles September 20, 2020 Along with raising cattle, company aims to raise awareness about the ranching way of life

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The National Park Service said Skilinski was in relatively good health “considering he had spent five nights out in the elements with little winter gear.”

The Sauguache County coroner identified the Phoenix, N.Y., resident’s body on Wednesday. No foul play is suspected.