Hey Dogfish, I own the video and the book, too. I think in the heart of most men is the thirst to be a "pioneer", a man on his own. I spent 23 nights one summer (most of the time alone) on Lake Chelan seven miles by boat to the nearest road or cabin eating packed in foods, trout, etc. Did all of my cooking on a wood-burning antique stove, read books by candle light at night, awesome memories. I slept many nights outside and the stars were absolutely amazing, northern lights, too. Hope to do it again someday.