Nicholas Edward Welchlin was 37 when he was last seen on September 6, 2002, in the remote East Fork Dam area of Granite County, Montana. He is described as a white male, 6 feet 1 inch, about 175 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes, tattoos on both arms and possibly one leg.

Welchlin’s vehicle and camping equipment were found at the scene, which raised concerns for his welfare, but very few other details have been made public. Searches have not produced significant evidence, and the circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear.

Anyone who knew Nicholas, saw him in the East Fork Dam area that day, or has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Granite County Sheriff’s Office.