he's been criticized in newspapers and the blogosphere for being underprepared. his producers accused of explowation -- exploitation. do you think you were irresponsible? >> for those who said i haven't trained to go out there properly, all of us normal people should stay within the city walls and remain scared an watch as a small elite group of people get to do the things we dream about. i think that's wrong. >> wardal was airlifted from his dream by flight boat. taken to a hotel for a steak, a beer and a shower. and an emotional return to civilization. >> i really don't know why i've been crying so much. something to do with being al e alone. i've lived alone in the wild for 50 days and really i'm happy i did that. i look back even on the hard times now. and i will never forget this. it's been a really amazing journey. and -- i get to go home now. >> the three-part series alone in the wild premieres next wednesday, september 23 on the national geographic channel. thanks to nick watt for that report. >>> when we come back, as the lights go out at "guiding light"