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Title: One With the Wilderness - anyone read it?
Post by: Ulysseys on March 23, 2010, 09:22:00 AM
Whats the angle on this book?  Seems like an interesting book, plus I'm soloing for elk this fall - the price just seems a little steep to buy without a review.  Anyone read it?
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Post by: Tom Phillips on March 23, 2010, 09:27:00 AM
Great book,I did not want it to end.Bring a copy on your hunt !!!
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Post by: Bill M. on March 23, 2010, 09:54:00 AM
Just do a search I think you will find everyone loved the book I know I did
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Post by: 23feetupandhappy on March 23, 2010, 09:54:00 AM
Yep!! Its a good read!!
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Post by: Dusty Nethery on March 23, 2010, 09:58:00 AM
Worth it! As Bill M. said, do a search. I know I wrote my thoughts on the book a few months ago.
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Post by: shadman on March 23, 2010, 10:57:00 AM
Great book!
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Post by: Hawkeye on March 23, 2010, 11:12:00 AM
Good hunting insights, simple thoughts mixed with deep, challenging philosophies, and a GREAT job of writing.  It's one of my all time favorites.

Yep, I recommend it!!!!!

Daryl
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Post by: Dirtybird on March 23, 2010, 11:19:00 AM
Great book with some very important info.   :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
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Post by: Mack_S on March 23, 2010, 11:42:00 AM
I liked it and thought it was a good read.

-Mack
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Post by: neargeezer on March 23, 2010, 11:56:00 AM
Good book, some parts I have a few times.
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Post by: cacciatore on March 23, 2010, 12:14:00 PM
Great book and Mike is a very down the Earth guy.You'll love the book and the author.
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Post by: rushlush on March 23, 2010, 12:28:00 PM
I'm getting ready to read it for a second time.
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Post by: oldskool on March 23, 2010, 02:26:00 PM
Go to books for sell section, there is one being passed around to read. Very good read. Mike has a way with words.
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Post by: mjh on March 23, 2010, 06:44:00 PM
Good book well worth the read.  While I don't really keep magazines anymore this is one book you might want to keep for a long while.
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Post by: jcar315 on March 23, 2010, 06:55:00 PM
I will pile on here and agree with the group: great book that is a wonderful read from start to finish.
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Post by: Gary Logsdon on March 23, 2010, 07:09:00 PM
I have quite a bit of insight into how the book came about since the author is a friend of mine, in fact, he graciously included some of my photographs in a work that is very dear to his heart.  Mike really struggled to "do it right". He not only successfully shares his lifelong passion but spared no expense in presenting his thoughts in an extremely high quality publication.  You won't be disappointed.
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Post by: MJB on March 23, 2010, 07:12:00 PM
In the process of reading it   :thumbsup:
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Post by: Doug Treat on March 23, 2010, 07:52:00 PM
I really liked the book.  Will probably read it again before hunting season.
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Post by: CDR on March 23, 2010, 08:19:00 PM
I'm reading it now. It is such a great read that I never want to set the book down.
I got my book at the Kzoo expo from Mike. Great guy to talk to, down to earth. You will love it!!
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Post by: FEIK77 on March 23, 2010, 08:30:00 PM
Great book, once you read it you will not regret spending the money on it.
Garrett Feik
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Post by: John3 on March 23, 2010, 08:33:00 PM
A must have for any bowhunting collection..!  Worth more than the price.


John III
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Post by: Winterhawk1960 on March 23, 2010, 08:59:00 PM
The "experience" without being there, and the "wisdom" that Mike writes with makes the book worth waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay more than the asking price. It is destined to become a "classic"........and after meeting Mike last June up at Compton it became worth even more to me.

That's my opinion and I'm stickin' to it !!!

Winterhawk1960
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Post by: Elkchaser on March 23, 2010, 09:04:00 PM
I agree with Winterhawk. Mike really has a way of taking the reader right along on the hunt.
Enjoyed every minute of it.
Great read.
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Post by: Ulysseys on March 23, 2010, 09:17:00 PM
Alright I'm sold..I'm gonna order a copy.  Thanks guys!
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Post by: Steve O on March 23, 2010, 10:03:00 PM
Ulysseys,

When you get the book, READ it.  If you pay attention and READ closely, not only will you enjoy the adventures and the stories, but you will pick up some VERY good information. Don't just skim thru it; the book has a couple different "levels".
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Post by: Bill Turner on March 24, 2010, 08:39:00 AM
Plenty on this site regarding Mike's book. Run a search in the AM and you'll be able to read positives until dark. A keeper for sure.  :thumbsup:
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Post by: wahoo on March 24, 2010, 09:19:00 PM
It's a great book. Great stories and a easy read. Some of the stories have been in TBM ( I think, could be wrong)it's something I will reread over and over.
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Post by: Bivyhunter on March 27, 2010, 09:06:00 PM
There are few few truly skilled woodsman/bowhunters in this sport that can share their extensive knowledge and adventures without sounding like they are standing on top of a mountain, trumpeting their own horn.  Mike does an excellent job, truly a humble person.  I've already used some of what I learned from his book this past season.  I loaned it to a buddy and had to fight to get it back.  Spend your hard earned money on this one, you won't regret it. I look forward to his next read!
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Post by: K.S.TRAPPER on March 27, 2010, 09:18:00 PM
Great book!! I'm was on my third time thru it on this all day sit  :)  
(http://i904.photobucket.com/albums/ac248/TmPotter47/tipi%20picks/book.jpg)

Tracy
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Post by: moosenelson on March 28, 2010, 12:01:00 AM
I havve the version that wasn't grammar checked and wouldn't trade it for nothing.  I have a semi-photographic memory when I read so I almost NEVER read a book twice.  i read Lord of the rings twice - 15 years apart and could still quote lines and paragraphs.

This book I read twice in the same year.  I have never done that before and I will probably read it again in the next year or two.
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Post by: Lefty on March 28, 2010, 12:12:00 AM
I would be willing to lend you my copy to read, but I think you will want a copy for yourself.  Mike wrote a great book.  I was fortunately enough to get to speak with him at the Compton rendvzous and he personalized my book for my daughter and myself.  Buy the book!
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Post by: wapitimike1 on March 28, 2010, 05:32:00 AM
The guys HardCore, takes on challenges that would leave alot of folks at home. It's a very good book with great hunting storys and helpfull tips.
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Post by: David Mitchell on March 28, 2010, 09:42:00 PM
It's a great read.  The guy really loves the solo hunting adventures.  Makes me want to do more of that.
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Post by: Keith Zimmerman on March 29, 2010, 11:03:00 AM
Excellant read!  Go fot it!  And lots of great pics!!