One with the Wilderness- book

[mlmealey]

Worked the Sitka booth at Kzoo with Mike, Steve O and Brian W this weekend Mike's book was very well received. There was a lot of interest in the 09 Sitka line up as well we had a very busy booth, it was great to meet new people and talk to old friends.

[mooseman76]

I picked up a copy at Kzoo on Friday.  Mike was fantastic to talk with.  I haven't begun to read it yet, but if he writes with the type of passion he speaks, I'm sure I won't be able to put it down...Mike

[peter c iacavazzi]

Damn...That Mitten is a handsome author...in all that Sitka!

[Herdbull]

The huge philosopher Biggie Hoffman once told me, "If your friends don't buy a book from you, who will."  Thank you all TRADGANG friends and all other friends for your orders. The response has been very humbling. If you didn't get one at K-zoo we are taking orders at  www.brothersofthebow.com  (TG Sponsor). Thanks again, Mike

[Wary Buck]

Mike--
Got it over the weekend in the mail, and despite very mild weather that called me to the woods, I couldn't help myself and read it all the way through (impressing my 2nd grade daughter that I could read that many pages!--she's quite a reader herself).  Very well done, the color photos are an especially nice touch and help share the beautiful mountain views that b/w pics wouldn't do justice to.  By the way, it's expensive to do a book that way; Mike spent extra money to better tell his story with the color pics and we should be grateful.  

Coming from a family of hunters, I could relate to much of what Mike shared in that regard.  But my favorite parts were those that because of my profession, I've still not had the good fortune to do:  the deep trek solo adventures.  I envy Mike's persistence and effort in those chapters, and come away from the reading very impressed.

If you like reading adventure books, you need to pony up for this one.  And, as in any well-written adventure book, there is much how-to to be shared here.  In fact, I would think for the elk hunter who wants to hone his game, there is MUCH to be learned here.

Mike, well done!  It's already provided me with additional inspiration and motivation.
Bryce

[Biggie Hoffman]

HUGE philosopher?

Got mine Saturday. Number 25, same as my PBS Life Membership number. That makes it special to me all on it's own.

Can't wait to read the chapter on "What is Your Sleep Number?"

[HawgLife]

Mike...How much would you charge me to autograph my book?

[Herdbull]

HawgLife  You know I would never charge anyone for an autograph. Just come to my house tonight and I will personalize the book you have buddy. Ha!

[Java Man]

I got the last copy at Kalamazoo late Sunday afternoon.  I look forward to reading it.  

Gregg

[HawgLife]

Mike...your benevolence will not go unnoticed!..What time is best for you?..And will you be serving dinner?

[Biggie Hoffman]

Yeah...what time is dinner???

[Hawkeye]

It was great to see the response Mike was getting with the book at K-zoo.  After reading just the dedication inside the cover, I felt the $30 was WELL-spent.  The foreward, introduction, and first chapter were icing on the cake, and I look forward to enjoying the rest of the book.

Mike is a fine man and a very good author.  Congratulations on bringing your dream to fruition, and thanks for sharing it with all of us!

Daryl

[J-dog]

Wife called - mine arrived - now to get home!

J

[Keefer]

Got my book today Mike and since our deer season just ended Sat. It couldn't come at a better time...From what I started reading on the first few pages I can tell you all it is worth the $30.00 and Thank You for signing the book Mike and I love the warm mittens...I got #14...God Bless All You do Mike and Remember "He" is with you always    Keefers, <")))><

[Duckbutt]

Got #35 on the east coast today.  Good on ya Mike!  Looks like this is gonna be a good one.

[Whip]

I picked up my copy this weekend at Kazoo.  On the drive home today my wife was paging through and kept reading passages to me.  She didn't ruin the endings to the stories though, so I can't wait to dive into it on my own!

I have three cases of them that will be on their way to Texas with me on Friday.  Anyone coming to the last three of the Wensel PigGig's should be able to get a copy through Gene.  

[J-dog]

Yep number 88! Looks like an awesome book! time to lock myself away in my office tomorrow!

J

[shedhunter]

i agree, best 30 bucks spent in a long time. great read.  ron

[Rooselk]

Sent in my order last Friday. Undoubtedly too late for one of the autographed copies but I'm definitely looking forward to reading the book.

[Steve O]

Roose,

I bet Mike will still autograph it for you if you send a note...you just can't get one of the first 100.  I got #99