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)On reserve at my library.
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Pinetree
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Last entry point
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HangLoose
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I Just finished reading 'Last Entry Point'. I couldn't put it down. A real page turner. Well written with some very intense story telling. This should be required reading for anyone that travels the Boundary Waters or Quetico region. Although the subject matter is dark at times, it is organized in a way that will make me appreciate and respect the wilderness even more. I highly recommend this book.
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4keys
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It looks like an interesting book, with some things to learn along the way. I probably will read it. That being said, We are taking some newbies this year, and I can see how discussing why we wear pdfs, and some what -if scenarios with them would be a good idea. Being aware and cautious is good. But I think having them read 224 pages of scary stuff would be like having them watch “Deliverance “ right before we trip.
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quark2222
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"Being aware and cautious is good. But I think having them read 224 pages of scary stuff would be like having them watch “Deliverance “ right before we trip."
That's a really good one!
Tom
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Pinetree
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quark2222: ""Being aware and cautious is good. But I think having them read 224 pages of scary stuff would be like having them watch “Deliverance “ right before we trip."
That's a really good one!
Tom" Wow, great movie, way back in 1972. A good share on this board probably never heard of the movie. The movie did scare me not to canoe in certain areas of this country.
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Pinetree
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Where did you pick it up, most places it has not ben released yet?
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HangLoose
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Pinetree: "Where did you pick it up, most places it has not ben released yet?"
Drury Lane Books in Grand Marais had 'Last Entry Point'
Drury Lane Books
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woodsandwater
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Sounds like a great book! I'm going to order two tomorrow...one for me and one for my Canoe Buddy! Thank you for suggesting it!
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wxce1260
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Just finished it. Joe really upped his game in writing this one. His first book "Her Island" was a good read, but this one is really, really good. It is written with a great narrative, thoughtfulness, compassion yet does not water down the facts or pull any punches. The book does a very nice job of reminding us that even in perfect planned trips where we do all the right things, the wilderness still will do what the wilderness wants. Very good read! Great job, Joe!
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KawnipiKid
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I'll definitely pick it up. Always something to learn through the scenarios themselves and good storytelling is always worth it.
I recently re-read and also recommend Laurence Gonzalez's "Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies and Why." It's riveting with many crazy survival stories. It also goes into the behavioral science of survival like explaining why kids, especially 4 to 6 year olds, often survive lost in the wild when many adults don't.
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Pinetree
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HangLoose: "Pinetree: "Where did you pick it up, most places it has not ben released yet?"
Drury Lane Books in Grand Marais had 'Last Entry Point'
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Just ordered it from them and had a nice phone conversation. They said they had quite a few signed copies.
Otherwise, most places are talking around May 1 for delivery.
Also, I like helping the local economy up there even if it is just a little.
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straighthairedcurly
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Sounds great. I've been waiting for a book like this. I always appreciate hearing what went wrong for others as a way to help me continue to make the best decisions possible in on any trip I make.
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woodsandwater
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Book arrived yesterday and started it today. It's hard to put down. For those of us who have been out many times we've seen all kinds of weather, had our own close calls, and encountered others that we wonder if they'll make it. You just never know. I've been paddling 30 years in the BW and when I say farewell to my wife of 43 years we both understand what could happen. It's okay. Most probably because I believe in Jesus and know heaven is my home. And I'd rather die doing something I love than wearing away in some Nursing Home. We'll keep paddling as long as we are physically able. It becomes part of us. Always respect Nature, be prepared for anything, and hopefully we'll have another great BW trip!
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OneMatch
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It's a true page turner. Truth be told, it isn't all dark "death in the BW" stories. A great read.
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ducks
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I really look forward to reading it. I’m even more excited after paying closer attention to the posts and realizing that Joe is the author. I’ve listened to all 100 of his WTIP podcasts and the first 4 Paddle and Portage podcasts from his new adventure. The former and current owners of Rockwood have such great things to say about him from his time working there.
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Twins87
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Anyone interested in hearing Joe talk about his new book, he'll be on Twin Cities PBS' Almanac program this evening. Minnesotans can tune in at 7 pm on most PBS stations across the state. The show also streams live at 7 pm on the website
Almanac
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