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
Outdoor Short Stories
Sweeter than Candy – A Hunter’s Journal
Most hunters don’t keep journals, but they should. Paul Vang stresses this point in his new book, “Sweeter than Candy, A Hunter’s Journal”, and he sets an example by sharing with us some of his more memorable hunting experiences. For active hunters, our days in the field seem to blend together over time, with only the most memorable coming back to us years down the road. … [Read more...] about Sweeter than Candy – A Hunter’s Journal
Along the Trail
Greg Tuttle wrote this review of Marshal Stearns' rare book "Along the Trail". “Along the Trail” was written by Marshal Stearns in 1936, his third book. It is a compilation of his experiences while hunting and fishing and also describes the people he knew. Here’s a summary of Stearns’ stories in “Along the Trail”. The Story of a Fisherman-Also a Grizzly- This is an … [Read more...] about Along the Trail
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
Firelight
"Firelight" was Burton Spiller's third book, published in 1937 by the Derrydale Press. Unlike many of Spiller's other books, this one is not about grouse hunting. Instead, it's a collection of 10 captivating hunting and fishing stories. Aptly titled, the stories follow the same general format, where Spiller introduces a situation that sets the scene, upon which one of the … [Read more...] about Firelight