Out There: In the Wild in a Wired Age

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In today’s high-tech world, getting away from the stresses of everyday life can be tricky. Cell phones, palm pilots, and laptop computers allow you to be wired-in from pretty much anywhere. But Ted Kerasote wanted none of that. He wanted a chance to disconnect from the buzz and grind of the wired world. And what better way to do that than to head to the far reaches of Canada’s Northwest Territories for a canoe trip through 400 miles of wilderness.

Or so he thought. Much to Ted’s chagrin, his friend and traveling companion, Len, brings a satellite phone along on the journey, ostensibly in case of emergency. Throughout the trip, however, Len uses the phone simply to touch base with family, friends, and the office—undermining their sense of being "Out There."

"Out There: In the Wild in a Wired Age" is Kerasote’s entertaining account of this journey down the Horton River toward the Arctic Ocean, through a stunning landscape of tundra and varied wildlife. Between navigating rapids, staying warm and dry in rainstorms, and avoiding grizzly bears, Ted and Len discuss the meaning of life, love, and solitude in a wired age.

What Customers Say About Out There: In the Wild in a Wired Age:

Ted Kerasote unzips himself down the middle and bares his feelings in his writing from the depths of his soul. A voracious reader I discovered Ted Kerasote through the now legendary eyes of his dog Merle in MERLE'S DOOR in July of 2007. It is magical. Easily bored, I have never read any book more than once but must confess in 1 1/2 years I have read Merle 4 times.and I know I will read it again one day. OUT THERE was Ted Kerasote living my husband's fantasy and I finding myself wanting to experience the same adventure. He is easily the best author wrting today and anyone who misses any of his books has missed a part of a life most of only dream about. All of Ted Kerasote's books are must reads.

Very enjoyable and a pleaseure to read. After that wonderful book I wanted to read more about the writer and see what else he had up his sleeve. He has inspired me to see nature and be apart of it again. What a joy to read.

It takes you away. Every sentence, every word was descriptive. He does not waste words. Well it started with Merle's Door. This guy is a TRUE nature lover. I too used to camp and canoe until work and worries kept me with my nose to the computer or exhausted from work stretched out on the couch.

I am going to plan another camp/canoe trip soon and enjoy it all over again. If you like nature, being a part of it or just reading about it, this book is for you.

I want more Ted Kerasote books. Well I was not dissappointed with this book.

Breathes new life into you, inspires you to enjoy what God has given us and to take care of it. It feels like you are right there with him enjoying the same visual treat, in the canoe, watching the wildlife or lying in the tent while the rain pours from the skys.

I love the way this guy writes. And also to realize it is up to us to protect it.

Merle's Door is still my favorite, but this book comes in second:)I think his next book will come in third:):):)

This book was chosen for our book discussion group which was a good choice because it was easy to finish in time for the discussion and enjoyable. It did read like an article in Outside magazine, which I believe is part of the author's background. It does take you "Out There" which is what I liked about the book.

Ordered this because it was suggested by Amazon as a book that might be of interest. He does not enlarge his subject to include any of the larger insights or issues, of which there are many imbedded in the subject of man and nature. This because I am so very fond of David Petersen's writing. Kerasote can't hold a candle to Petersen. From Melville to Petersen, we have struggled to describe and comprehend our relationship to society and nature. Kerasote adds little to the discussion.

Enjoyed this great little book as I always do Kerasote's writing. I wanted to read it because he had written an article in an outdoor magazine 15 years ago on "Camping Beyond Aid" and I wanted to compare his thoughts then and now.But no matter: while camping "beyond aid" in the wilderness two weeks later, I developed a life-threatening medical condition that required Air Force helicopter evacuation.That sat phone sure would have come in handy.