This is the story of a secondary school principal who makes a difficult decision to give up the security of his profession to follow his spirit guide's advice to purchase a remote run-down hunting and fishing lodge in Alaska.
Making the transition from wearing a suit and tie and shaving every working day to wearing hip boots, a wool shirt and growing a full beard was a pleasant change.
Sabo enjoyed the years spent working with the teachers and students at various schools, but dealing with mechanical problems such as generators, boats, motors and airplanes, although at times exasperating, was a significant change of pace from dealing with the behavior problem of 900 students and their parents.
Reviews
"Beautifully written. Reads as though the author is talking to you." - Jerry Lannue, Retired
"Fabulous, this book is true to the Alaskan lifestyle." - Bobbie Breithaupt, Travel Agent, Susan Parr Travel
"A great book, full of adventure. I was fascinated with the book, and I could not put it down." - Suzanne Eaton, Vice President, Client Manager, Premier Banking, Bank of America.
"Everyone should read it." - Dave Waterbury, retired.
"Very enjoyable reading." - Steve Gilchrist, Owner, Landscape Northwest.
"If you have ever wanted to follow your dreams but have been afraid to do it, Barney's book is a must read. This book is for pure people pleasure and looks at how different we all are and the good in most of us. As you read, you will experience emotions of laughter, tears, fear and a zest for life in a beautiful land. Enjoy! I did." - Gail Frick, Investment Representative, Ed Jones.
"I read the book twice. A great story of modern day adventure of someone not afraid to live their dream." - Don Wolf, Owner, Wolf Woodworks
