Dad's Journal

His childhood cut short by his father's premature death, young Donald became the family provider at the early age of 14. He spent his lifetime dreaming of exploring nature, along the way building an extensive wilderness-focused library, in hopes of one day embarking on a journey in pursuit of a second career as a naturalist.After 40 years caring for his family, Donald arranged to leave his corporate accounting job and explore the mysteries of the wilderness. He began documenting his transition from desk job to outdoor explorer, and his journal writings quickly evolved from first-hand wildlife adventure observations into a set of guiding principles for a fulfilling life.He reveled in the natural world during retirement, but it was the deeper philosophical values and beliefs uncovered through these naturalist pursuits that became his life's passion. Coupled with the support of friends and family, these philosophies provided a positive perspective and gave him the determination to overcome life's most difficult challenges.Come walk with him throughout North America's landscapes and learn how one man's quest to know the great outdoors led to a life full of adventure, love, humor and happiness.