Game wardens have pretty exciting jobs. They are on the front lines of law enforcement in the forests and fields, dealing with everything from poachers to wounded animals to search and rescue efforts. That’s probably why, throughout recent history, folks have been fascinated by stories written by and about wardens. John Ford was a Maine game warden in Waldo County for 20 … [Read more...] about Suddenly, The Cider Didn’t Taste So Good
Modern Outdoor Nonfiction
Game Management in Montana
In 1971, the Montana Fish and Game Department published a book aimed at educating folks about the management of game animals in the state. "Game Management in Montana" was very timely, as up until the period, some drastic changes were taking place in the way the department managed its wildlife species. During early settlement of the West, little care was taken to preserve … [Read more...] about Game Management in Montana
Heaven on Earth: Stories of Fly Fishing, Fun & Faith
I've recently become acquainted with Andrew M. Wayment's writing as a reader of his "Upland Equations" blog where he writes about all things upland bird hunting. I enjoy Andy's enthusiasm and his writing style, so I was grateful when he gave me the opportunity to review a copy of his first book, "Heaven on Earth: Stories of Fly Fishing, Fun & Faith". As most fly anglers … [Read more...] about Heaven on Earth: Stories of Fly Fishing, Fun & Faith
Meanderings of a Snake Meadow Editor
"Meanderings of a Snake Meadow Editor" is a collection of essays, stories, letters and ramblings surrounding the sport of upland bird hunting from the thoughtful and reflective mind of Paul E. Chase. A native of Connecticut Yankee stock, Chase has been a bird hunter all his life, and immensely enjoys the sport and all that surrounds it. In the book, he weaves together his … [Read more...] about Meanderings of a Snake Meadow Editor
Tales From Misery Ridge
Tales From Misery Ridge Paul Fournier Islandport Press Paperback, 195 pages A select few lead lives so interesting, they just have to tell their story. Paul Fournier proves in his new book “Tales From Misery Ridge”, that he is one of those few. From catching big salmon and flying small planes to the historic attempt to reintroduce caribou to Maine, the former guide, … [Read more...] about Tales From Misery Ridge