Strickland's writing style is professional, yet very conversational. It's as though he were in the room with you, telling the tales one after another until, out of breath and wiping tears of laughter by the handful, you beg for mercy.

Anyone who's ever spent any time in the outdoors will love this book. I bought one for my dad as a gift and, after reading the first story, had to order him another one. This is one volume my bookshelf won't be without.